The /etc/shadow file must be group-owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-38503 | RHEL-06-000034 | SV-50304r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
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| The "/etc/shadow" file stores password hashes. Protection of this file is critical for system security. |
| STIG | Date |
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| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-06-10 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-43450r1_fix) |
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| To properly set the group owner of "/etc/shadow", run the command: # chgrp root /etc/shadow |