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V-243161

CAT I (High)

The network device must be running an operating system release that is currently supported by the vendor.

Rule ID

SV-243161r879887_rule

STIG

Network WLAN AP-NIPR Management Security Technical Implementation Guide

Version

V7R2

CCIs

CCI-000366

Discussion

Network devices running an unsupported operating system lack current security fixes required to mitigate the risks associated with recent vulnerabilities.

Check Content

Have the administrator display the operating system version in operation. The operating system must be current, with related IAVMs addressed.

If the device is using an OS that does not meet all IAVMs or is not currently supported by the vendor, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Update the operating system to a supported version that addresses all related IAVMs.