1.1.1.2 Ensure mounting of freevxfs filesystems is disabled - lsmod

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Information

The freevxfs filesystem type is a free version of the Veritas type filesystem. This is the primary filesystem type for HP-UX operating systems. 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 freevxfs /bin/true

Run the following command to unload the freevxfs module: # rmmod freevxfs

See Also

https://workbench.cisecurity.org/files/1864