The audit system must be configured to audit failed attempts to access files and programs.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-814 | GEN002720 | SV-814r2_rule | ECAR-1 ECAR-2 ECAR-3 | Medium |
| Description |
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| If the system is not configured to audit certain activities and write them to an audit log, it is more difficult to detect and track system compromises and damages incurred during a system compromise. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| UNIX SRG | 2013-03-26 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-556r2_chk ) |
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| Check the audit configuration to determine if failed attempts to access files and programs are audited. If they are not, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-968r2_fix) |
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| Configure the system to audit failed attempts to access files and programs. |