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Audio devices must have mode 0660 or less permissive.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-226575 | GEN002320 | SV-226575r854418_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Globally accessible audio and video devices have proven to be security hazards. There is software that can activate system microphones and video devices connected to user workstations and/or X terminals. Once the microphone has been activated, it is possible to eavesdrop on otherwise private conversations without the victim being aware of it. This action effectively changes the user's microphone to a bugging device. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Solaris 10 SPARC Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2022-09-07 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-28736r483134_chk ) |
|---|
| Check the mode of audio devices. # ls -lL /dev/audio If the mode of audio devices are more permissive than 0660, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-28724r483135_fix) |
|---|
| Change the mode of the audio device. # chmod -R 0660 /dev/audio |