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The SSH private host key files must have mode 0600 or less permissive.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22472 | GEN005523 | SV-26765r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If an unauthorized user obtains the private SSH host key file, the host could be impersonated. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| SOLARIS 10 X86 SECURITY TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE | 2015-06-25 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-24015r1_fix) |
|---|
| Change the permissions for the SSH private host key files. # chmod 0600 /etc/ssh/*key |