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An IP-based VTC system implementing a single CODEC that supports conferences on multiple networks with different classification levels (i.e., unclassified, SECRET, TOP SECRET, TS-SCI) must support Periods Processing sanitization by purging/clearing volatile memory within the CODEC by powering the CODEC off for a minimum of 60 seconds.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-259894 SRG-VOIP-000140 SV-259894r948738_rule Medium
Description
Volatile memory requires power to maintain the stored information. It retains its contents while powered, but when power is interrupted, stored data is immediately lost. Dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) is a type of random-access memory that stores each bit of data in a separate capacitor within an integrated circuit. Because capacitors leak charge, data fades unless the capacitor charge is refreshed periodically. Static random-access memory (SRAM) has a different configuration from DRAM, which allows it to retain data longer when power is no longer applied (data remanence). Powering off the CODEC for 60 seconds is sufficient to discharge the capacitors and erase all data.
STIG Date
Enterprise Voice, Video, and Messaging Policy Security Requirements Guide 2024-03-12

Details

Check Text ( C-63625r946601_chk )
Observe the operation of the VTC system as it transitions between networks.

Verify that the CODEC is powered off for a minimum of 60 seconds during the transition.

If it is not, this is a finding.
Fix Text (F-63532r946602_fix)
Sanitize volatile memory by disconnection of all power for at least 60 seconds.