4.1.1.1 Ensure audit log storage size is configured (Not Scored)
Profile Applicability
Level 2 - Server Level 2 - Workstation
Description
Configure the maximum size of the audit log file. Once the log reaches the maximum size, it will be rotated and a new log file will be started.
Rationale
It is important that an appropriate size is determined for log files so that they do not impact the system and audit data is not lost.
Audit
Run the following command and ensure output is in compliance with site policy:
# grep max_log_file /etc/audit/auditd.conf max_log_file = <MB>
Remediation
Set the following parameter in /etc/audit/auditd.conf
in accordance with site policy:
max_log_file = <MB>
Notes
The max_log_file parameter is measured in megabytes.