| name | cis-ubuntu1604-v200-1-1-1-5 |
| description | Ensure mounting of hfsplus filesystems is disabled |
| category | cis-storage |
| version | 2.0.0 |
| author | cyberstrike-official |
| tags | ["cis","ubuntu","linux","ubuntu-16.04","filesystem","hfsplus","kernel-module"] |
| cis_id | 1.1.1.5 |
| cis_benchmark | CIS Ubuntu Linux 16.04 LTS Benchmark v2.0.0 |
| tech_stack | ["ubuntu","linux"] |
| cwe_ids | [] |
| chains_with | [] |
| prerequisites | [] |
| severity_boost | {} |
Ensure mounting of hfsplus filesystems is disabled
Description
The hfsplus filesystem type is a hierarchical filesystem designed to replace hfs that allows you to mount Mac OS filesystems.
Rationale
Removing support for unneeded filesystem types reduces the local attack surface of the system. If this filesystem type is not needed, disable it.
Impact
None noted.
Audit Procedure
Command Line
Expected Result
install /bin/true
The lsmod command should return no output.
Remediation
Command Line
install hfsplus /bin/true
rmmod hfsplus
Default Value
Not disabled by default.
References
- CIS Controls Version 7 - 5.1 Establish Secure Configurations: Maintain documented, standard security configuration standards for all authorized operating systems and software.
Profile
Level 1 - Server / Level 1 - Workstation, Assessment: Automated