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Address Space Layout Randomization (ASLR) must be enabled.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-48023 | SOL-11.1-080030 | SV-60895r2_rule | Low |
| Description |
|---|
| Modification of memory area can result in executable code vulnerabilities. ASLR can reduce the likelihood of these attacks. ASLR activates the randomization of key areas of the process such as stack, brk-based heap, memory mappings, and so forth. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Solaris 11 SPARC Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2018-04-10 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-50459r2_chk ) |
|---|
| This check applies to the global zone only. Determine the zone that you are currently securing. # zonename If the command output is "global", this check applies. Determine if address space layout randomization is enabled. # sxadm info -p | grep aslr | grep enabled If no output is produced, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-51635r1_fix) |
|---|
| The root role is required. This action applies to the global zone only. Determine the zone that you are currently securing. # zonename If the command output is "global", this action applies. Enable address space layout randomization. # sxadm delcust aslr Enabling ASLR may affect the function or stability of some applications, including those that use Solaris Intimate Shared Memory features. |