1.1.1.5 Ensure mounting of hfsplus filesystems is disabled - lsmod

Information

The `hfsplus` filesystem type is a hierarchical filesystem designed to replace `hfs` that allows you to mount Mac OS filesystems.
Removing support for unneeded filesystem types reduces the local attack surface of the system. If this filesystem type is not needed, disable it.

Solution

Edit or create the file `/etc/modprobe.d/CIS.conf` and add the following line:
```
install hfsplus /bin/true
```
Run the following command to unload the `hfsplus` module:
```
# rmmod hfsplus
```

See Also

https://workbench.cisecurity.org/files/1863

Item Details

Category: CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT

References: 800-53|CM-7b., CSCv6|13

Plugin: Unix

Control ID: ab7871644633927070ef25ea21463e53535fffc753de614d67c859fc66b1bdd5