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The network element must be configured to perform real-time scans of files from external sources as they are downloaded and prior to being opened or executed.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-27406 SRG-NET-000248 SV-34714r1_rule Medium
Description
Malicious code includes viruses, worms, Trojan horses, and spyware. The code provides the ability for a malicious user to read from and write to files and folders on a computer's hard drive. They also have the ability to run and attach programs, which provides a high risk potential for the distribution of malicious mobile code. Many of these are not detected by anti-virus software or even host intrusion detection systems. Once they have residency within the network, unauthorized users are able to breach firewalls and access sensitive data by assuming the identity of authorized users. Real-time scans must be performed on files from external sources as they are downloaded and prior to being opened or executed.
STIG Date
Network Security Requirements Guide 2011-12-28

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