Title

Modems are not physically protected to prevent unauthorized device changes. (Cat II impact)

Discussion

Requirement: The IAO will ensure that all modems are physically protected to prevent unauthorized device changes. Controlling physical access to modems supporting the DSN will limit the chance of unauthorized access to DSN system components. Failure to control physical access to modems could result in modem settings being changed to allow unauthorized access to DSN system components.

Check Content

Perform a walk through of the facility and confirm compliance via inspection of the effected devices or items

Fix Text

Ensure all modems are secured that are used to access the DSN administration/maintenance user ports. Allow only authorized personnel to have physical access to these modems.

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-8472r1_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-7986

Group Title: Modems are not physically protected

Expert Comments

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