Changes are coming to https://stigviewer.com.
Take our survey to help us understand your usage and how we can better serve you in the future.
Take Survey
The /etc/sysctl.conf file must have mode 0600 or less permissive.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-4336 | GEN000000-LNX00520 | SV-37258r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The sysctl.conf file specifies the values for kernel parameters to be set on boot. These settings can affect the system's security. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2016-12-16 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-35948r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Check /etc/sysctl.conf permissions: # ls -lL /etc/sysctl.conf If /etc/sysctl.conf has a mode more permissive than 0600, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-31204r1_fix) |
|---|
| Use the chmod command to change the mode of the /etc/sysctl.conf file. # chmod 0600 /etc/sysctl.conf |