Ensure cups in not enabledID: oval:org.secpod.oval:def:68733 | Date: (C)2021-01-31 (M)2023-12-20 |
Class: COMPLIANCE | Family: unix |
The Common Unix Print System (CUPS) provides the ability to print to both local and network printers. A system running CUPS can also accept print jobs from remote systems and print them to local printers. It also provides a web based remote administration capability.
Rationale:
If the system does not need to print jobs or accept print jobs from other systems, it is recommended that CUPS be disabled to reduce the potential attack surface.