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Protected Distribution System (PDS) Construction - Hardened Carrier
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-30942 | CS-04.01.02 | SV-40984r3_rule | DCSR-3 ECCT-2 PESS-1 | High |
| Description |
|---|
| A PDS that is not constructed and configured as required could result in the undetected interception of classified information. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Traditional Security | 2013-07-11 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-39602r4_chk ) |
|---|
| Check to ensure data cables are installed in a carrier configured as a "Hardened Carrier". The carrier must be constructed of electrical metallic tubing (EMT), ferrous conduit or pipe, or rigid-sheet steel ducting, utilizing elbows, couplings, nipples, and connectors of the same material. NOTE: A Modular PDS may be used if constructed of solid metal components - as described above. |
| Fix Text (F-34756r4_fix) |
|---|
| Data cables must be installed in a carrier configured as a "Hardened Carrier" IAW NSTISSI 7003. The carrier must be constructed of electrical metallic tubing (EMT), ferrous conduit or pipe, or rigid-sheet steel ducting, utilizing elbows, couplings, nipples, and connectors of the same material. NOTE: A Modular PDS may be used if constructed of solid metal components - as described above. |