All port groups must be configured with a clear network label.

From VMware ESXi Server 5.0 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Associated with: CCI-000366

SV-51224r1_rule All port groups must be configured with a clear network label.

Vulnerability discussion

Each port group must be identified with a network label/name. Names serve as a functional descriptor for the port group. Without these descriptions, identifying port groups and functions becomes difficult as the network becomes more complex.

Check content

From the vSphere Client/vCenter, navigate to Home>> Inventory>> Networking. Individual port groups must be clearly labeled with a meaningful name. If individual port groups are not clearly labeled with a meaningful name, this is a finding.

Fix text

From the vSphere Client/vCenter, navigate to Home>> Inventory>> Networking. Clearly label all individual port groups with a meaningful name.

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