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The smbpasswd file must be group-owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-227930 | GEN006180 | SV-227930r603266_rule | 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 | 2022-09-07 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-30092r490210_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-30080r490211_fix) |
|---|
| Use the chgrp command to ensure the group owner of the smbpasswd file is root. # chgrp root /etc/sfw/private/smbpasswd |