The /etc/sysctl.conf file must be owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-4334 | GEN000000-LNX00480 | SV-4334r2_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The sysctl.conf file specifies the values for kernel parameters to be set on boot. These settings can affect the system's security. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| VMware ESX 3 Server | 2016-05-13 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-28800r1_chk ) |
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| Check /etc/sysctl.conf permissions: # ls -lL /etc/sysctl.conf If /etc/sysctl.conf is not owned by root, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-4245r2_fix) |
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| Use the chown command to change the owner of /etc/sysctl.conf to root: # chown root /etc/sysctl.conf |