The network device must not be configured to have any feature enabled that calls home to the vendor.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-243232 | WLAN-NW-001300 | SV-243232r720151_rule | Medium |
| Description |
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| Call-home services will routinely send data such as configuration and diagnostic information to the vendor for routine or emergency analysis and troubleshooting. There is a risk that transmission of sensitive data sent to unauthorized persons could result in data loss or downtime due to an attack. (See SRG-NET-000131-RTR-000083.) |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Network WLAN Bridge Platform Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2021-04-16 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-46507r720149_chk ) |
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| Review the device configuration to determine if the call home service or feature is disabled on the device. If the call home service is enabled on the device, this is a finding. Note: This feature can be enabled if the communication is only to a server residing in the local area network or enclave. |
| Fix Text (F-46464r720150_fix) |
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| Configure the network device to disable the call home service or feature. Note: This feature can be enabled if the communication is only to a server residing in the local area network or enclave. |