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Cisco NX OS Switch RTR Security Technical Implementation Guide

Rules, Groups, and Values defined within the XCCDF Benchmark

  • The Cisco switch must be configured to have Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) redirect messages disabled on all external interfaces.

    <VulnDiscussion>The ICMP supports IP traffic by relaying information about paths, routes, and network conditions. Switches automatically send...
    Rule Medium Severity
  • SRG-NET-000078-RTR-000001

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    Group
  • The Cisco switch must be configured to log all packets that have been dropped at interfaces via an ACL.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Auditing and logging are key components of any security architecture. It is essential for security personnel to know what is ...
    Rule Low Severity
  • SRG-NET-000202-RTR-000001

    <GroupDescription></GroupDescription>
    Group
  • The Cisco perimeter switch must be configured to deny network traffic by default and allow network traffic by exception.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;A deny-all, permit-by-exception network communications traffic policy ensures that only connections that are essential and ap...
    Rule High Severity

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