IP forwarding for IPv4 must not be enabled, unless the system is a router.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-12023 | GEN005600 | SV-28435r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| If the system is configured for IP forwarding and is not a designated router, it could be used to bypass network security by providing a path for communication not filtered by network devices. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| SOLARIS 9 SPARC SECURITY TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE | 2015-10-01 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-28722r1_chk ) |
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| # ls -l /etc/notrouter If the file does not exist, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-25742r1_fix) |
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| # touch /etc/notrouter |