IPv6 source routing must be configured to highest protection.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-21955 | 3.155 | SV-25278r2_rule | Low |
| Description |
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| Configuring the system to disable IPv6 source routing protects against spoofing. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 7 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2016-07-22 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-65549r2_fix) |
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| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options >> "MSS: (DisableIPSourceRouting IPv6) IP source routing protection level (protects against packet spoofing)" to "Highest protection, source routing is completely disabled". |