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The snmpd.conf file must be group-owned by root, sys, or bin.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22451 | GEN005365 | SV-26732r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The snmpd.conf file contains authenticators and must be protected from unauthorized access and modification. If the file is not group-owned by a system group, it may be subject to access and modification from unauthorized users. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| SOLARIS 9 SPARC SECURITY TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE | 2015-10-01 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-27748r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Check the group ownership of the SNMP configuration file. Procedure: # ls -lL /etc/snmp.conf If the file is not group-owned by root, sys, or bin, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-23981r1_fix) |
|---|
| Change the group ownership of the SNMP configuration file. Procedure: # chgrp root /etc/snmp.conf |