The cron.allow file must be owned by root, bin, or sys.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-27370 | GEN003240 | SV-4361r2_rule | Medium |
| Description |
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| If the owner of the cron.allow file is not set to root, bin, or sys, the possibility exists for an unauthorized user to view or to edit sensitive information. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| UNIX SRG | 2013-03-26 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-8223r2_chk ) |
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| Check the owner of the cron.allow file. If the owner is not root, bin, or sys, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-4272r2_fix) |
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| Change the owner of the cron.allow file to root, bin, or sys. |