The system's local firewall must implement a deny-all, allow-by-exception policy.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22583 | GEN008540 | SV-26258r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| A local firewall protects the system from exposing unnecessary or undocumented network services to the local enclave. If a system within the enclave is compromised, firewall protection on an individual system continues to protect it from attack. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| UNIX SRG | 2013-03-26 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-29318r1_chk ) |
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| Determine if the system's local firewall implements a deny-all, allow-by-exception policy. If it does not, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-26350r1_fix) |
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| Configure the system's local firewall to implement a deny-all, allow-by-exception policy. |