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The manufacturer’s default PKI keys have not been changed prior to attaching the switch to the SAN Fabric.

An XCCDF Rule

Description

If the manufacturer's default PKI keys are allowed to remain active on the device, it can be accessed by a malicious individual with access to the default key. The IAO/NSO will ensure that the manufacturer’s default PKI keys are changed prior to attaching the switch to the SAN Fabric.

Property Value
Responsibility Information Assurance Officer
IA Controls IAIA-1, IAIA-2
Potential Impact The manufacturer may need to access the device for maintenance. If the PKI keys cannot be reestablished this will fail.

ID
SV-6780r1_rule
Version
SAN04.015.00
Severity
Low
Updated

Remediation Templates

A Manual Procedure

Depending on the functionality allowed by the device, develop a plan remove, disable or change the manufacturer’s default PKI certificate so that it cannot be used for identification and authorization.  Obtain CM approval for the plan and implement the plan.