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The audit system must be configured to audit the loading and unloading of dynamic kernel modules.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-22383 GEN002825 SV-26030r1_rule ECAR-1 Medium
Description
Actions concerning dynamic kernel modules must be recorded as they are substantial events. Dynamic kernel modules can increase the attack surface of a system. A malicious kernel module can be used to substantially alter the functioning of a system, often with the purpose of hiding a compromise from the SA.
STIG Date
VMware ESX 3 Server 2016-05-13

Details

Check Text ( C-29213r1_chk )
If the system does not support dynamic kernel modules, this is not applicable.

Determine if the system is configured to audit the loading and unloading of dynamic kernel modules. If it is not, this is a finding.
Fix Text (F-26233r1_fix)
Configure the system to audit the loading and unloading of dynamic kernel modules.