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The files in /etc/news must be group-owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-4278 | GEN006360 | SV-40489r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If critical system files do not have a privileged group owner, system integrity could be compromised. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Solaris 10 X86 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-06-27 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-34406r1_fix) |
|---|
| Change the group owner of the /etc/news directory and the files in it to root. Procedure: # chgrp -R root /etc/news |