TEMPEST - Red/Black Separation (Cables)
An XCCDF Rule
Description
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- ID
- SV-245756r822823_rule
- Severity
- Medium
- Updated
Remediation - Manual Procedure
Unless separated by a metal distribution system such as conduit or enclosed cable tray, a minimum separation distance of 5 cm (2 inches) or ( 15 cm (6 inches) for parallel cable lengths over 30 meters (98.4 feet)) shall be provided between any RED wire line and BLACK wire lines that exit the inspectable space or are connected to an RF transmitter, or BLACK power lines, or a digital switch (such as a computerized telephone switch or network router) that is contained within the inspectable space.
NOTES:
1. This requirement is applicable in a tactical environment.