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zOS Websphere Application Server for ACF2 STIG
ZWAS0020
HFS objects for the WebSphere Application Server are not protected in accordance with the proper security requirements.
HFS objects for the WebSphere Application Server are not protected in accordance with the proper security requirements.
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HFS objects for the WebSphere Application Server are not protected in accordance with the proper security requirements.
Medium Severity
<VulnDiscussion>HFS directories and files provide the configuration, operational, and executable properties of the WebSphere Application Server (WAS) environment. Many of these objects are responsible for the security implementation of WAS. Failure to properly protect these directories and files may lead to unauthorized access. This exposure could potentially compromise the integrity and availability of system services, applications, and customer data.</VulnDiscussion><FalsePositives></FalsePositives><FalseNegatives></FalseNegatives><Documentable>false</Documentable><Mitigations></Mitigations><SeverityOverrideGuidance></SeverityOverrideGuidance><PotentialImpacts></PotentialImpacts><ThirdPartyTools></ThirdPartyTools><MitigationControl></MitigationControl><Responsibility>Information Assurance Officer</Responsibility><IAControls></IAControls>