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V-3081

IP source routing must be disabled.

Finding ID
NET0770
Rule ID
SV-3081r3_rule
Severity
Cat II
CCE
(None)
Group Title
IP Source Routing is not disabled on all routers.
CCI
(None)
Target Key
(None)
Documentable
No
Discussion

Source routing is a feature of IP, whereby individual packets can specify routes. This feature is used in several different network attacks by bypassing perimeter and internal defense mechanisms.

Fix Text

Configure the router to disable IP source routing.

Check Content

Review the configuration to determine if source routing is disabled. If IP source routing is enabled, this is a finding.

Responsibility

Information Assurance Officer

IA Controls

ECSC-1