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0092-dns-uninstalled-DNS is Uninstalled


Rule ID

  • 0092-dns-uninstalled

Category

  • system

Level

  • warn

Compatible Versions

  • Linux

Description

  • The Domain Name System (DNS) is a hierarchical naming system that maps names to IP addresses of computers, services, and other resources connected to the network.

Scan Frequency

  • 0 */30 * * *

Theoretical Basis

  • Unless a system is specifically designated as a DNS server, it is recommended to remove this package to reduce potential attack surfaces.

Risk Items

  • Increased risk of being attacked

Audit Method

  • Run the following command to verify that the corresponding component is not installed:
    # rpm -q bind
    package bind is not installed
    

Remediation

  • Run the following command to remove the corresponding package:
    # yum remove bind
    

Impact

  • If you are using this server for DNS, the cluster may lose its domain name resolution capability.

Default Value

  • None

References

  • None

CIS Controls

  • Version 7 9.2 Ensure only approved ports, protocols, and services are running
    Ensure that only network ports, protocols, and services with validated business needs are listening on each system.