The /etc/passwd file must not contain password hashes.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22347 | GEN001470 | SV-26467r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If password hashes are readable by non-administrators, the passwords are subject to attack through lookup tables or cryptographic weaknesses in the hashes. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| SOLARIS 10 X86 SECURITY TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE | 2015-09-17 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-23657r1_fix) |
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| Migrate /etc/passwd password hashes to /etc/shadow. # pwconv |