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Unencrypted FTP must not be used on the system.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-227852 | GEN004800 | SV-227852r505926_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| FTP is typically unencrypted and, therefore, presents confidentiality and integrity risks. FTP may be protected by encryption in certain cases, such as when used in a Kerberos environment. SFTP and FTPS are encrypted alternatives to FTP. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Solaris 10 X86 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2020-09-04 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-30014r489949_chk ) |
|---|
| Perform the following to determine if unencrypted FTP is enabled. # svcs ftp If FTP is enabled, ask the SA if it is encrypted. If it is not, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-30002r489950_fix) |
|---|
| # svcadm disable ftp |