The A/B switch is not physically protected in accordance with the requirements of the highest classification of any IS connected to the A/B switch.

Overview

Finding ID	Version	Rule ID	IA Controls	Severity
V-6720	KVM04.003.00	SV-6923r1_rule	PECF-1 PECF-2	High

Description
If the A/B switch is not located in an area that has the same physical security as required by the IS of the highest clearance level this can lead to a compromise of sensitive data. The IAO or SA will ensure that the A/B switch is physically protected in accordance with the requirements of the highest classification for any IS connected to the A/B switch.

STIG	Date
Keyboard Video and Mouse Switch STIG	2014-08-04

Details

Check Text ( C-2762r1_chk )
The reviewer will view the A/B switch to verify that it is physically protected in accordance with the requirements of the highest classification of any IS connected to the A/B switch. If it is in the same location as the ISs connected then it is adequately protected.

Fix Text (F-6338r1_fix)
Move the A/B switch to a location where it is protected in the same manner as required by the IS of the highest clearance level the A/B switch is attached.