1.3.3.2 Ensure SSH client and server packages are installed on AIX 7.2

Information

SSH client and server packages can be automatically installed as part of the base system to provide secure network login capabilities.

On AIX 7.3 these packages are automatically installed on all systems, but on AIX 7.2 are an option.

The telnet protocol is insecure and unencrypted. The use of an unencrypted transmission medium could allow an unauthorized user to steal credentials. The ssh protocol provides an encrypted session and stronger security.

NOTE: Nessus has not performed this check. Please review the benchmark to ensure target compliance.

Solution

None

See Also

https://workbench.cisecurity.org/benchmarks/19066

Item Details

Category: ACCESS CONTROL, IDENTIFICATION AND AUTHENTICATION, SYSTEM AND COMMUNICATIONS PROTECTION

References: 800-53|AC-17(2), 800-53|IA-5, 800-53|IA-5(1), 800-53|SC-8, 800-53|SC-8(1), CSCv7|16.5

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