The system package management tool must not automatically obtain updates.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22589 | GEN008820 | SV-46084r1_rule | Low |
| Description |
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| System package management tools can obtain a list of updates and patches from a package repository and make this information available to the SA for review and action. Using a package repository outside of the organization's control presents a risk of malicious packages being introduced. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| SUSE Linux Enterprise Server v11 for System z Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2018-09-19 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-43341r1_chk ) |
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| Check for the existence of a cron job called opensuse.org-online_update # find /etc/cron* -name opensuse* If a symlink or executable script is found, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-39429r1_fix) |
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| Disable the Automatic Online Update option using YaST. # /sbin/yast2 online_update_configuration Uncheck the “Automatic Online Update” selection. Select “Finish” to exit If /etc/ rm /etc/ |