The network element must employ automated mechanisms to prevent program execution in accordance with organizationally defined specifications.

Overview

Finding ID	Version	Rule ID	IA Controls	Severity
SRG-NET-000133-RTR-NA	SRG-NET-000133-RTR-NA	SRG-NET-000133-RTR-NA_rule		Medium

Description
A compromised network element introduces risk to the entire network infrastructure as well as data resources that are accessible via the network. The perimeter defense has no oversight or control of attacks by malicious users within the network. Preventing network breaches from within is dependent on implementing a comprehensive defense-in-depth strategy including securing each device connected to the network. This is accomplished by following and implementing all security guidance applicable for each node type. A fundamental step in securing each network element is to only enable the capabilities required for operation. Any form of automatic execution should be disabled, as it can easily be exploited by hackers to infect hosts with malware and viruses. This requirement is applicable to network device management and is not applicable to the routing function.

Description

A compromised network element introduces risk to the entire network infrastructure as well as data resources that are accessible via the network. The perimeter defense has no oversight or control of attacks by malicious users within the network. Preventing network breaches from within is dependent on implementing a comprehensive defense-in-depth strategy including securing each device connected to the network. This is accomplished by following and implementing all security guidance applicable for each node type. A fundamental step in securing each network element is to only enable the capabilities required for operation. Any form of automatic execution should be disabled, as it can easily be exploited by hackers to infect hosts with malware and viruses. This requirement is applicable to network device management and is not applicable to the routing function.

STIG	Date
Router Security Requirements Guide	2013-07-30

Details

Check Text ( C-SRG-NET-000133-RTR-NA_chk )
This requirement is NA for router.

Fix Text (F-SRG-NET-000133-RTR-NA_fix)
This requirement is NA for router.