Check: SRG-APP-000343-NDM-000289
Network Device Management SRG:
SRG-APP-000343-NDM-000289
(in versions v4 r3 through v2 r7)
Title
The network device must audit the execution of privileged functions. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Misuse of privileged functions, either intentionally or unintentionally by authorized users, or by unauthorized external entities that have compromised information system accounts, is a serious and ongoing concern and can have significant adverse impacts on organizations. Auditing the use of privileged functions is one way to detect such misuse and identify the risk from insider threats and the advanced persistent threat.
Check Content
Determine if the network device audits the execution of privileged functions. This requirement may be verified by demonstration, configuration review, or validated test results. If the network device does not audit the execution of privileged functions, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Configure the network device to audit the execution of privileged functions.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-202094r879720_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-202094
Group Title: SRG-APP-000343
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-002234 |
The information system audits the execution of privileged functions. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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AC-6 (9) |
Auditing Use Of Privileged Functions |