1.6.1.3 Ensure SELinux policy is configured

Information

Configure SELinux to meet or exceed the default targeted policy, which constrains daemons and system software only.

Note: If your organization requires stricter policies, ensure that they are set in the /etc/selinux/config file.

Rationale:

Security configuration requirements vary from site to site. Some sites may mandate a policy that is stricter than the default policy, which is perfectly acceptable. This item is intended to ensure that at least the default recommendations are met.

Solution

Edit the /etc/selinux/config file to set the SELINUXTYPE parameter:

SELINUXTYPE=targeted

See Also

https://workbench.cisecurity.org/files/3152

Item Details

Category: ACCESS CONTROL

References: 800-53|AC-3, CSCv7|14.6

Plugin: Unix

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