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The ypserv package must not be installed.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-38603 | RHEL-06-000220 | SV-50404r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Removing the "ypserv" package decreases the risk of the accidental (or intentional) activation of NIS or NIS+ services. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-04-28 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-43551r1_fix) |
|---|
| The "ypserv" package can be uninstalled with the following command: # yum erase ypserv |