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Automated file system mounting tools must not be enabled unless needed.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22577 | GEN008440 | SV-26252r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Low |
| Description |
|---|
| Automated file system mounting tools may provide unprivileged users with the ability to access local media and network shares. If this access is not necessary for the system’s operation, it must be disabled to reduce the risk of unauthorized access to these resources. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| UNIX SRG | 2013-03-26 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-29138r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Determine if the system uses automated file system mounting tools (such as autofs or automount). If it does, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-26145r1_fix) |
|---|
| Disable the automated file system mounting tools. |