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System audit logs must be owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-812 | GEN002680 | SV-37912r1_rule | ECTP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to give ownership of system audit log files to root provides the designated owner and unauthorized users with the potential to access sensitive information. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-01-27 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-966r2_fix) |
|---|
| Change the ownership of the audit log file(s). Procedure: # chown root |