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Groups assigned to users must exist in the /etc/group file.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-48115 SOL-11.1-070060 SV-60987r1_rule Medium
Description
Groups defined in passwd but not in group file pose a threat to system security since group permissions are not properly managed.
STIG Date
Solaris 11 SPARC Security Technical Implementation Guide 2017-01-27

Details

Check Text ( None )
None
Fix Text (F-51723r1_fix)
The root role is required.

Correct or justify any items discovered in the Audit step. Determine if any groups are in passwd but not in group, and work with those users or group owners to determine the best course of action in accordance with site policy.