The router must have IP source routing disabled.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-55773 | SRG-NET-000195-RTR-000084 | SV-70027r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Source routing is a feature of IP, whereby individual packets can specify routes. This feature is used in several different network attacks by bypassing perimeter and internal defense mechanisms. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Router Security Requirements Guide | 2016-07-01 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-56339r1_chk ) |
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| Review the configuration to determine if source routing is enabled. If source routing is enabled, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-60643r1_fix) |
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| Configure the router to disable IP source routing. |