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Solaris 11 X86 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Rules, Groups, and Values defined within the XCCDF Benchmark

  • The system must prevent the use of dictionary words for passwords.

    <VulnDiscussion>The use of common words in passwords simplifies password-cracking attacks.</VulnDiscussion><FalsePositives></F...
    Rule Medium Severity
  • SRG-OS-000109

    <GroupDescription></GroupDescription>
    Group
  • The operating system must require individuals to be authenticated with an individual authenticator prior to using a group authenticator.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Allowing any user to elevate their privileges can allow them excessive control of the system tools.&lt;/VulnDiscussion&gt;&lt...
    Rule Medium Severity
  • SRG-OS-000480

    <GroupDescription></GroupDescription>
    Group
  • The default umask for system and users must be 077.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Setting a very secure default value for umask ensures that users make a conscious choice about their file permissions.&lt;/Vu...
    Rule Medium Severity

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