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The Photon operating system must protect all sysctl configuration files from unauthorized access.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-239191 | PHTN-67-000120 | SV-239191r675381_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The sysctl configuration file specifies values for kernel parameters to be set on boot. Incorrect or malicious configuration of these parameters can have a negative effect on system security. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| VMware vSphere 6.7 Photon OS Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2022-09-27 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-42402r675379_chk ) |
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| At the command line, execute the following command: # find /etc/sysctl.conf /etc/sysctl.d/* -xdev -type f -a '(' -not -perm 600 -o -not -user root -o -not -group root ')' -exec ls -ld {} \; If any files are returned, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-42361r675380_fix) |
|---|
| At the command line, execute the following commands for each returned file: # chmod 600 # chown root:root |