The Hardware Management Console must be located in a secure location.
Severity | Group ID | Group Title | Version | Rule ID | Date | STIG Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| high | V-256868 | SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227 | HMC0010 | SV-256868r991589_rule | 2024-06-24 | 2 |
| Description |
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| The Hardware Management Console is used to perform Initial Program Load (IPLs) and control the Processor Resource/System Manager (PR/SM). If the Hardware Management Console is not located in a secure location, unauthorized personnel can bypass security, access the system, and alter the environment. This can lead to loss of secure operations if not corrected immediately. |
| ℹ️ Check |
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| Verify the location of the Hardware Management Console. It should be located in a controlled area. Access to it should be restricted. If the Hardware Management Console is not located in a secure location this is a FINDING. |
| ✔️ Fix |
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| Move the Hardware Management Console to a secure location and implement access controls for authorized personnel. |