The HP FlexFabric Switch must produce audit log records containing information to establish the source of events.

From HP FlexFabric Switch NDM Security Technical Implementation Guide

Associated with: CCI-000133

SV-80671r1_rule The HP FlexFabric Switch must produce audit log records containing information to establish the source of events.

Vulnerability discussion

In order to compile an accurate risk assessment and provide forensic analysis, it is essential for security personnel to know the source of the event. The source may be a component, module, or process within the device or an external session, administrator, or device.Associating information about where the source of the event occurred provides a means of investigating an attack; recognizing resource utilization or capacity thresholds; or identifying an improperly configured device.

Check content

Determine if the info-center feature is enabled on the HP FlexFabric Switch: [HP] display info-center Information Center: Enabled If logging is not enabled, this is a finding.

Fix text

Enable info-center feature on the HP FlexFabric Switch: [HP] info-center enable Note: By default, the information center is enabled.

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