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Enable log_config_module For HTTPD Logging

An XCCDF Rule

Description

The log_config_module should exist and be configured in the /etc/httpd/conf/httpd.conf file by adding the following module to configure logging:

log_config_module

Rationale

A major tool in exploring the web site use, attempted use, unusual conditions, and problems are reported in the access and error logs. In the event of a security incident, these logs can provide the SA and the web manager with valuable information. Without these log files, SAs and web managers are seriously hindered in their efforts to respond appropriately to suspicious or criminal actions targeted at the web site.

ID
xccdf_org.ssgproject.content_rule_httpd_enable_log_config
Severity
Medium
References
Updated