Check: GEN007850
VMware ESX 3 Server:
GEN007850
(in version v1 r2)
Title
The DHCP client must not send dynamic DNS updates. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Dynamic DNS updates transmit unencrypted information about a system including its name and address and should not be used unless needed.
Check Content
Determine if the system's DHCP client is configured to send dynamic DNS updates. If it is, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Configure the system's DHCP client to not send dynamic DNS updates.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-26224r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22549
Group Title: GEN007850
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CCIs
CCIs tied to check.
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-000366 |
The organization implements the security configuration settings. |
Controls
Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| CM-6 |
Configuration Settings |