The /etc/smbpasswd file must be owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-1029 | GEN006160 | SV-1029r2_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If the smbpasswd file is not owned by root, the smbpasswd file may be maliciously accessed or modified, potentially resulting in the compromise of Samba accounts. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| UNIX SRG | 2013-03-26 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-28774r1_chk ) |
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| Check the ownership of the smbpasswd file. # find / -name smbpasswd # ls -l If an smbpasswd file is not owned by root, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-1183r2_fix) |
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| Use the chown command to configure the smbpasswd file. # chown root /etc/smbpasswd |