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ufw Must rate-limit network interfaces

An XCCDF Rule

Description

The operating system must configure the uncomplicated firewall to rate-limit impacted network interfaces.

Rationale

This requirement addresses the configuration of the operating system to mitigate the impact of DoS attacks that have occurred or are ongoing on system availability. For each system, known and potential DoS attacks must be identified and solutions for each type implemented. A variety of technologies exist to limit or, in some cases, eliminate the effects of DoS attacks (e.g., limiting processes or establishing memory partitions). Employing increased capacity and bandwidth, combined with service redundancy, may reduce the susceptibility to some DoS attacks.

ID
xccdf_org.ssgproject.content_rule_ufw_rate_limit
Severity
Medium
References
Updated