Permissions on user .netrc files must be 750 or less permissive.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-48123 | SOL-11.1-070040 | SV-60995r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
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| .netrc files may contain unencrypted passwords that can be used to attack other systems. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Solaris 11 SPARC Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-04-28 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-51731r1_fix) |
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| The root role is required. Change the permissions on users' .netrc files to 750 or less permissive. # chmod 750 [file name] |