Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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SRG-NET-000265-IDPS-000235 | SRG-NET-000265-IDPS-000235 | SRG-NET-000265-IDPS-000235_rule | Medium |
Description |
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DoD information could be compromised if wireless scanning is not performed to identify unauthorized WLAN clients and access points connected to or attempting to connect to the network. A wireless IDS (WIDS) sensor must be installed and placed to monitor wireless network transmissions for possible attacks and unauthorized traffic. |
STIG | Date |
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IDPS Security Requirements Guide (SRG) | 2012-03-08 |
Check Text ( C-43407_chk ) |
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Verify one or more sensors are installed to monitor the network for wireless networking protocols. If the site does not have a WIDS installed, this is a finding. |
Fix Text (F-43407_fix) |
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Install and configure one or more WIDS to monitor the network for unauthorized wireless traffic. |