All Network File System (NFS) exported system files and system directories must be owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-931 | GEN005800 | SV-37849r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to give ownership of sensitive files or directories to root provides the designated owner and possible unauthorized users with the potential to access sensitive information or change system configuration which could weaken the system's security posture. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-07-02 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-32313r1_fix) |
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| Change the ownership of exported file systems not owned by root. Procedure: # chown root |