Check: NET0445
Network Infrastructure Policy STIG:
NET0445
(in versions v10 r6 through v9 r2)
Title
Two-factor authentication must be implemented to restrict access to all network elements. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Without secure management implemented with authenticated access controls, strong two-factor authentication, encryption of the management session and audit logs, unauthorized users may gain access to network managed devices compromised, large parts of the network could be incapacitated with only a few commands.
Check Content
Review all network element configurations to ensure that an authentication server is being used. Then verify that a two-factor authentication method has been implemented. The RADIUS or TACACS server referenced in the configurations will call a two-factor authentication server. If two-factor authentication is not being used to access all network elements, this is a finding.
Fix Text
The network administrator must ensure strong two-factor authentication is being incorporated in the access scheme.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-251369r806062_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-251369
Group Title: NET0445
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-000765 |
The information system implements multifactor authentication for network access to privileged accounts. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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IA-2 (1) |
Network Access To Privileged Accounts |