Container Network Interface file ownership is set to root:root
Set up the kubernetes integration.
Description
Ensure that the Container Network Interface files have ownership set to root:root.
Rationale
Container Network Interface provides various networking options for overlay networking. You should consult their documentation and restrict their respective file permissions to maintain the integrity of those files. Those files should be owned by root:root.
Audit
Run the below command (based on the file location on your system) on the master node:
stat -c %U:%G <path/to/cni/files>
Verify the ownership is set to root:root.
Run the below command (based on the file location on your system) on the master node. For example, chown root:root <path/to/cni/files>
Impact
None
Default value
NA
References
- https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/cluster-administration/networking/
CIS controls
Version 6
5.1 Minimize And Sparingly Use Administrative Privileges - Minimize administrative privileges and only use administrative accounts when they are required. Implement focused auditing on the use of administrative privileged functions and monitor for anomalous behavior.
Version 7
5.2 Maintain Secure Images - Maintain secure images or templates for all systems in the enterprise based on the organization’s approved configuration standards. Any new system deployment or existing system that becomes compromised should be imaged using one of those images or templates.
