All shell files must be owned by root or bin.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-227694 | GEN002200 | SV-227694r603266_rule | Medium |
| Description |
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| If shell files are owned by users other than root or bin, they could be modified by intruders or malicious users to perform unauthorized actions. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Solaris 10 X86 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2022-09-07 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-29856r488663_chk ) |
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| Check the ownership of the system shells. # cat /etc/shells | xargs -n1 ls -lL If any shell is not owned by root or bin, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-29844r488664_fix) |
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| Change the ownership of the shell with incorrect ownership. # chown root |