Skeleton files must not have extended ACLs.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-227673 | GEN001810 | SV-227673r603266_rule | Medium |
| Description |
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| If the skeleton files are not protected, unauthorized personnel could change user's startup parameters and possibly jeopardize user's files. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Solaris 10 X86 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2020-12-04 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-29835r488597_chk ) |
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| Check skeleton files for extended ACLs. # ls -alL /etc/skel If the permissions include a "+", the file has an extended ACL and this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-29823r488598_fix) |
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| Remove the extended ACL from the file. # chmod A- [skeleton file with extended ACL] |