SA-9(2) Identification of Functions, Ports, Protocols, and Services
Control enhancement of SA-9 External System Services
Control
Require providers of the following external system services to identify the functions, ports, protocols, and other services required for the use of such services: [Assignment: external system services].
Discussion
Information from external service providers regarding the specific functions, ports, protocols, and services used in the provision of such services can be useful when the need arises to understand the trade-offs involved in restricting certain functions and services or blocking certain ports and protocols.
Related controls
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