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The router 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-216978 | SRG-NET-000131-RTR-000083 | SV-216978r856655_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| 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. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Router Security Requirements Guide | 2024-02-07 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-18208r382640_chk ) |
|---|
| Verify the call home service is disabled on the device. If a call home service is enabled, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-18206r382641_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the network device to disable the call home service or feature. |