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V-213468

CAT I (High)

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

Rule ID

SV-213468r961863_rule

STIG

Network Device Management Security Requirements Guide

Version

V5R4

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

Verify that the network device is in compliance with this requirement. If the network device is not running an operating system release that is currently supported by the vendor, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Upgrade the network device to an operating system that is supported by the vendor.