All GIDs referenced in /etc/passwd must be defined in /etc/group.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-240464 | VRAU-SL-000740 | SV-240464r671133_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Inconsistency in GIDs between /etc/passwd and /etc/group could lead to a user having unintended rights. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| VMware vRealize Automation 7.x SLES Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2021-06-24 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-43697r671131_chk ) |
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| To ensure all GIDs referenced in /etc/passwd are defined in /etc/group, run the following command: # pwck -rq If a line is returned, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-43656r671132_fix) |
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| Add a group to the system for each GID referenced without a corresponding group. |