The /etc/smb.conf file must not have an extended ACL.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22497 | GEN006150 | SV-26172r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| Excessive permissions could endanger the security of the Samba configuration file and, ultimately, the system and network. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| UNIX SRG | 2013-03-26 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-27808r1_chk ) |
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| Check the group ownership of the Samba configuration file. # ls -lL /etc/smb.conf If the permissions include a "+", the file has an extended ACL and this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-26306r1_fix) |
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| Remove the extended ACL from the /etc/smb.conf file. |