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The vRA PostgreSQL database must set the log_min_messages to warning.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-240326 | VRAU-PG-000430 | SV-240326r879874_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| For completeness of forensic analysis, it is necessary to track failed attempts to log on to the DBMS. While positive identification may not be possible in a case of failed authentication, as much information as possible about the incident must be captured. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| VMW vRealize Automation 7.x PostgreSQL Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2023-09-20 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-43559r668820_chk ) |
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| At the command prompt, execute the following command: # grep '^\s*log_min_messages\b' /storage/db/pgdata/postgresql.conf If "log_min_messages" is not "warning", this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-43518r668821_fix) |
|---|
| At the command prompt, execute the following commands: # /opt/vmware/vpostgres/current/bin/psql -U postgres -c "ALTER SYSTEM SET log_min_messages TO 'warning';" # /opt/vmware/vpostgres/current/bin/psql -U postgres -c "SELECT pg_reload_conf();" |