| name | cis-ubuntu1604-v200-1-2-1 |
| description | Ensure package manager repositories are configured |
| category | cis-storage |
| version | 2.0.0 |
| author | cyberstrike-official |
| tags | ["cis","ubuntu","linux","ubuntu-16.04","package-manager","repositories","patch-management"] |
| cis_id | 1.2.1 |
| cis_benchmark | CIS Ubuntu Linux 16.04 LTS Benchmark v2.0.0 |
| tech_stack | ["ubuntu","linux"] |
| cwe_ids | [] |
| chains_with | [] |
| prerequisites | [] |
| severity_boost | {} |
CIS Ubuntu Linux 16.04 LTS Benchmark v2.0.0 - 1.2.1
Profile Applicability
- Level 1 - Server
- Level 1 - Workstation
Description
Systems need to have package manager repositories configured to ensure they receive the latest patches and updates.
Rationale
If a system's package repositories are misconfigured important patches may not be identified or a rogue repository could introduce compromised software.
Audit Procedure
Command Line
Run the following command and verify package repositories are configured correctly:
apt-cache policy
Expected Result
Verify that package repositories are configured correctly per site policy.
Remediation
Command Line
Configure your package manager repositories according to site policy.
Default Value
Not applicable.
References
None.
CIS Controls
| Controls Version | Control |
|---|
| v7 | 3.4 Deploy Automated Operating System Patch Management Tools |
| v7 | 3.5 Deploy Automated Software Patch Management Tools |
Assessment Status
Manual