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Cron must not execute group-writable or world-writable programs.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-976 | GEN003000 | SV-976r2_rule | DCSL-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If cron executes group-writable or world-writable programs, there is a possibility that unauthorized users could manipulate the programs with malicious intent. This could compromise system and network security. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| UNIX SRG | 2013-03-26 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-788r2_chk ) |
|---|
| List all cron jobs on the system. If any cron job executes a program with group-writable or world-writable permissions, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-1130r2_fix) |
|---|
| Remove the world-writable and group-writable permissions from the cron program file(s) identified. # chmod go-w |