If the system is using LDAP for authentication or account information, the /etc/ldap.conf (or equivalent) file must be owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22560 | GEN008080 | SV-26947r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| LDAP can be used to provide user authentication and account information, which are vital to system security. The LDAP client configuration must be protected from unauthorized modification. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| UNIX SRG | 2013-03-26 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-27894r1_chk ) |
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| Check the ownership of the file. # ls -lL /etc/ldap.conf If the file is not owned by root, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-24208r1_fix) |
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| Change the owner of the file. # chown root /etc/ldap.conf |