cyberstrikeus 6.14 Ensure SNMP Server is not enabled (Not Scored)
Profile Applicability
- Level 1
Description
The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) server is used to listen for SNMP commands from an SNMP management system, execute the commands or collect the information and then send results back to the requesting system.
Rationale
The SNMP server communicates using SNMP v1, which transmits data in the clear and does not require authentication to execute commands. Unless absolutely necessary, it is recommended that the SNMP service not be used.
Audit Procedure
Using Command Line
Run the following to ensure no start links for snmpd exist in /etc/rc*.d:
ls /etc/rc*.d/S*snmpd
Expected Result
No results should be returned.
Remediation
Using Command Line
Remove any start links for snmpd from /etc/rc*.d:
rm /etc/rc*.d/S*snmpd
Default Value
Not installed by default on Ubuntu 12.04 LTS Server.
References
- CIS Ubuntu 12.04 LTS Server Benchmark v1.1.0
Profile
Level 1 - Not Scored