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The firewall implementation must disable network access by unauthorized devices and must log the information as a security violation.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRG-NET-000277-FW-000162 | SRG-NET-000277-FW-000162 | SRG-NET-000277-FW-000162_rule | Low |
| Description |
|---|
| Local access to the private network can easily be accomplished by merely connecting a workstation or laptop to any available wall plate or a wireless connection to a nearby access point. Remote access to the network can be accomplished via connection to a VPN gateway. Eliminating unauthorized access to the network is vital to maintaining a secured network. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Firewall Security Requirements Guide | 2012-12-10 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-SRG-NET-000277-FW-000162_chk ) |
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| Review the firewall configuration. Verify a rule exists to disable network access by unauthorized devices. Verify the firewall application log is configured to record an entry of the event. |
| Fix Text (F-SRG-NET-000277-FW-000162_fix) |
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| Configure the firewall implementation to disable network access by unauthorized devices and log a record of the event in the application log. |