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The system must be configured to disable the Internet Router Discovery Protocol (IRDP).
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-4112 | WN08-SO-000044 | SV-48544r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Low |
| Description |
|---|
| The Internet Router Discovery Protocol (IRDP) is used to detect and configure default gateway addresses on the computer. If a router is impersonated on a network, traffic could be routed through the compromised system. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2015-09-02 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-41261r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Security Options -> "MSS: (PerformRouterDiscovery) Allow IRDP to detect and configure Default Gateway addresses (could lead to DoS)" to "Disabled". |