The DataPower Gateway must limit privileges to change the software resident within software libraries.

From IBM DataPower Network Device Management Security Technical Implementation Guide

Associated with: CCI-001499

SV-79577r1_rule The DataPower Gateway must limit privileges to change the software resident within software libraries.

Vulnerability discussion

Changes to any software components of the network device can have significant effects on the overall security of the network. Therefore, only qualified and authorized individuals should be allowed administrative access to the network device for implementing any changes or upgrades. If the network device were to enable non-authorized users to make changes to software libraries, those changes could be implemented without undergoing testing, validation, and approval.

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