All skeleton files (typically in /etc/skel) must be group-owned by root, bin, or sys.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22358 | GEN001830 | SV-39901r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If the skeleton files are not protected, unauthorized personnel could change user startup parameters and possibly jeopardize user files. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Solaris 9 SPARC Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2013-11-04 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-34059r1_fix) |
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| Change the group owner of the skeleton file to root. Procedure: # chgrp |