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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEN002825-ESXI5-PNF | GEN002825-ESXI5-PNF | GEN002825-ESXI5-PNF_rule | 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. Applicable, but permanent not-a-finding - No kernel modules. Self contained. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| VMware ESXi v5 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2013-01-15 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-GEN002825-ESXI5-PNF_chk ) |
|---|
| ESXi supports this requirement and cannot be configured to be out of compliance. This is a permanent not a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-GEN002825-ESXI5-PNF_fix) |
|---|
| This requirement is permanent not a finding. No fix is required. |