The NFS export configuration file must be owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-928 | GEN005740 | SV-928r2_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| Failure to give ownership of the NFS export configuration file to root provides the designated owner and possible unauthorized users with the potential to change system configuration which could weaken the system's security posture. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| UNIX SRG | 2013-03-26 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-855r2_chk ) |
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| Check the ownership of the NFS export configuration file. If the file is not owned by root, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-1082r2_fix) |
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| Change the ownership of the NFS export configuration file to root. # chown root |