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The Hardware Management Console must be located in a secure location.

An XCCDF Rule

Description

The Hardware Management Console is used to perform Initial Program Load (IPLs) and control the Processor Resource/System Manager (PR/SM). If the Hardware Management Console is not located in a secure location, unauthorized personnel can bypass security, access the system, and alter the environment. This can lead to loss of secure operations if not corrected immediately.

ID
SV-256868r991589_rule
Version
HMC0010
Severity
High
References
Updated

Remediation Templates

A Manual Procedure

Move the Hardware Management Console to a secure location and implement access controls for authorized personnel.