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The ftpusers file must have mode 0640 or less permissive.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-843 | GEN004940 | SV-843r2_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Excessive permissions on the ftpusers file could permit unauthorized modification. Unauthorized modification could result in Denial-of-Service to authorized FTP users or permit unauthorized users to access the FTP service. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| UNIX SRG | 2013-03-26 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-8064r2_chk ) |
|---|
| Check the permissions of the ftpusers file. If the ftpusers file has a mode more permissive than 0640, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-997r2_fix) |
|---|
| Change the mode of the ftpusers file to 0640. |