The xinetd.d directory must have mode 0755 or less permissive.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-89631 | VRAU-SL-000530 | SV-100281r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The Internet service daemon configuration files must be protected as malicious modification could cause denial of service or increase the attack surface of the system. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| VMware vRealize Automation 7.x SLES Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2018-10-12 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-89323r1_chk ) |
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| Check the permissions of the "xinetd" configuration directories: # ls -dlL /etc/xinetd.d If the mode of the directory is more permissive than "0755", this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-96373r1_fix) |
|---|
| Change the mode of the directory: # chmod 0755 /etc/xinetd.d |