Network devices must be configured to ensure passwords are not viewable when displaying configuration information.

From Layer 2 Switch Security Technical Implementation Guide

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SV-3062r4_rule Network devices must be configured to ensure passwords are not viewable when displaying configuration information.

Vulnerability discussion

Many attacks on information systems and network devices are launched from within the network. Hence, it is imperative that all passwords are encrypted so they cannot be intercepted by viewing the console or printout of the configuration.

Check content

Review the network devices configuration to determine if passwords are viewable. If passwords are viewable in plaintext, this is a finding.

Fix text

Configure the network devices to ensure passwords are not viewable when displaying configuration information.

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