The System packages must be up to date with the most recent vendor updates and security fixes.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-216280 | SOL-11.1-020010 | SV-216280r603267_rule | Medium |
| Description |
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| Failure to install security updates can provide openings for attack. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Solaris 11 SPARC Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2021-11-23 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-17516r370928_chk ) |
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| The Software Installation Profile is required. An up-to-date Solaris repository must be accessible to the system. Enter the command: # pkg publisher to determine the current repository publisher. If a repository is not accessible, it may need to be locally installed and configured. Check for Solaris software package updates: # pfexec pkg update -n If the command does not report "No updates available for this image," this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-17514r370929_fix) |
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| The Software Installation Profile is required. An up-to-date Solaris repository must be accessible to the system. Enter the command: # pkg publisher to determine the current repository publisher. If a repository is not accessible, it may need to be locally installed and configured. Update system packages to the current version. # pfexec pkg update A reboot may be required for the updates to take effect. |