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The PF_LLC protocol handler must not be bound to the network stack.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22535 | GEN000000-LNX007580 | SV-26210r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The Packet Family - Logical Link Control (PF_LLC) protocol handler provides a sockets interface for applications to communicate over the LLC sublayer. This interface is not commonly used and may increase the attack surface of the system. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| VMware ESX 3 Server | 2016-05-13 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-29134r1_chk ) |
|---|
| If the system does not have a PF_LLC protocol handler, this is not applicable. Determine if the PF_LLC protocol handler is bound to the network stack. If it is, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-26140r1_fix) |
|---|
| Unbind the PF_LLC protocol handler from the network stack. |