If the system is using LDAP for authentication or account information, the LDAP TLS key file must have mode 0600 or less permissive.

From Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Associated with IA controls: ECLP-1

Associated with: CCI-000225

SV-37973r1_rule If the system is using LDAP for authentication or account information, the LDAP TLS key file must have mode 0600 or less permissive.

Vulnerability discussion

LDAP can be used to provide user authentication and account information, which are vital to system security. The LDAP client configuration must be protected from unauthorized modification.Note: Depending on the particular implementation, group and other read permission may be necessary for unprivileged users to successfully resolve account information using LDAP. This will still be a finding, as these permissions provide users with access to system authenticators.

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Change the mode of the file. # chmod 0600

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