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The information system or supporting environment must block both inbound and outbound traffic between instant messaging clients that are independently configured by end users and external service providers.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-27162 SRG-APP-NA SV-34461r1_rule Medium
Description
Blocking restrictions do not include instant messaging services configured by an organization to perform an authorized function. This requirement specifies blocking any external IRC chat clients that are not configured and managed by the organization. This requirement does not apply to applications.
STIG Date
Application Security Requirements Guide 2011-12-28

Details

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