Rule version CYLN-OP-000815 · STIG v1 · 2025-06-11
Unnecessary or unsecured ports, protocols, and services present many risks for attackers and may go undetected.
Verify port configuration to external subordinate services such as syslog/SEIM, SMTP, etc. Administrator privileges are required.
1. Log in to the admin console. 2. Navigate to CONFIGURATION >> Settings. 3. Review settings. 4. Verify the ports used are accurate.
If any ports are being used that are not required, this is a finding.
Configure ports to external subordinate services such as syslog/SEIM, SMTP, etc. Administrator privileges are required.
1. Log in to the admin console. 2. Navigate to CONFIGURATION >> Settings. 3. Disable nonrequired features. 4. Ensure the ports used are accurate. 5. Check with subordinate systems administrators to verify and correct port settings as necessary. 6. Reboot the server.