All utility programs, not necessary for operations, must be removed or disabled.

From Oracle HTTP Server 12.1.3 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Associated with: CCI-000366

SV-79157r1_rule All utility programs, not necessary for operations, must be removed or disabled.

Vulnerability discussion

Just as running unneeded services and protocols is a danger to the web server at the lower levels of the OSI model, running unneeded utilities and programs is also a danger at the application layer of the OSI model. Office suites, development tools, and graphical editors are examples of such programs that are troublesome. Individual productivity tools have no legitimate place or use on an enterprise, production web server and they are also prone to their own security risks.

Check content

1. Check the server for software that is unnecessary for OHS operation. 2. If the software is unnecessary for OHS, other organization requirements, or is not appropriately patched or supported, this is a finding.

Fix text

Remove any software that is unnecessary for OHS operation, other organization requirements, or is not appropriately patched or supported.

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