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V-216983

CAT II (Medium)

The BGP router must be configured to use a unique key for each autonomous system (AS) that it peers with.

Rule ID

SV-216983r945862_rule

STIG

Router Security Requirements Guide

Version

V5R2

CCIs

CCI-001184

Discussion

If the same keys are used between eBGP neighbors, the chance of a hacker compromising any of the BGP sessions increases. It is possible that a malicious user exists in one autonomous system who would know the key used for the eBGP session. This user would then be able to hijack BGP sessions with other trusted neighbors.

Check Content

Interview the ISSM and router administrator to determine if unique keys are being used. 

If unique keys are not being used, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Configure all eBGP routers with unique keys for each eBGP neighbor that it peers with.