Check: CISC-ND-001470
Cisco IOS Switch NDM STIG:
CISC-ND-001470
(in versions v2 r9 through v1 r0.1)
Title
The Cisco switch must be running an IOS release that is currently supported by Cisco Systems. (Cat I impact)
Discussion
Network devices running an unsupported operating system lack current security fixes required to mitigate the risks associated with recent vulnerabilities. Running a supported release enables operations to maintain a stable and reliable network provided by improved quality of service and security features.
Check Content
Verify that the switch is in compliance with this requirement by having the switch administrator enter the following command: show version Verify that the release is still supported by Cisco. All releases supported by Cisco can be found at: www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/ios-nx-os-software If the switch is not running a supported release, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Upgrade the switch to a supported release.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-220621r879887_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-220621
Group Title: SRG-APP-000516-NDM-000351
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-000366 |
The organization implements the security configuration settings. |
CCI-002605 |
The organization installs security-relevant software updates within an organization-defined time period of the release of the updates. |