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Install mod_ssl

An XCCDF Rule

Description

Install the mod_ssl module: The mod_ssl package can be installed with the following command:

$ sudo yum install mod_ssl

Rationale

mod_ssl provides encryption capabilities for the httpd Web server. Unencrypted content is transmitted in plain text which could be passively monitored and accessed by unauthorized parties.

ID
xccdf_org.ssgproject.content_rule_httpd_install_mod_ssl
Severity
Unknown
References
Updated