Rules Related To 'fapolicyd'

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Configure Fapolicy Module to Employ a Deny-all, Permit-by-exception Policy to Allow the Execution of Authorized Software Programs.

fapolicy_default_deny

Description

The Fapolicy module must be configured to employ a deny-all, permit-by-exception policy to allow the execution of authorized software programs and to prevent unauthorized software from running.

Rationale

Utilizing a whitelist provides a configuration management method for allowing the execution of only authorized software. Using only authorized software decreases risk by limiting the number of potential vulnerabilities. Verification of whitelisted software occurs prior to execution or at system startup. Proceed with caution with enforcing the use of this daemon. Improper configuration may render the system non-functional. The "fapolicyd" API is not namespace aware and can cause issues when launching or running containers.

fapolicyd Must be Configured to Limit Access to Users Home Folders

fapolicyd_prevent_home_folder_access

Description

fapolicyd needs be configured so that users cannot give access to their home folders to other users.

Rationale

Users' home directories/folders may contain information of a sensitive nature. Non-privileged users should coordinate any sharing of information with a System Administrator (SA) through shared resources. fapolicyd can confine users to their home directory, not allowing them to make any changes outside of their own home directories. Confining users to their home directory will minimize the risk of sharing information.

Install fapolicyd Package

package_fapolicyd_installed

Description

The fapolicyd package can be installed with the following command:

$ sudo yum install fapolicyd

Rationale

fapolicyd (File Access Policy Daemon) implements application whitelisting to decide file access rights.

Enable the File Access Policy Service

service_fapolicyd_enabled

Description

The File Access Policy service should be enabled. The fapolicyd service can be enabled with the following command:

$ sudo systemctl enable fapolicyd.service

Rationale

The fapolicyd service (File Access Policy Daemon) implements application whitelisting to decide file access rights.