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The smbpasswd file must be group-owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-1058 | GEN006180 | SV-40287r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If the smbpasswd file is not group-owned by root, the smbpasswd file may be maliciously accessed or modified, potentially resulting in the compromise of Samba accounts. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| SOLARIS 10 X86 SECURITY TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE | 2017-03-03 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-39131r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Check smbpasswd ownership. # ls -lL /etc/sfw/private/smbpasswd If smbpasswd is not group-owned by root, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-34282r1_fix) |
|---|
| Use the chgrp command to ensure the group owner of the smbpasswd file is root. # chgrp root /etc/sfw/private/smbpasswd |