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The /etc/gshadow file must have mode 0000.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-38449 | RHEL-06-000038 | SV-50249r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The /etc/gshadow file contains group password hashes. Protection of this file is critical for system security. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-04-28 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-43394r1_fix) |
|---|
| To properly set the permissions of "/etc/gshadow", run the command: # chmod 0000 /etc/gshadow |