SC-7(19) Block Communication from Non-organizationally Configured Hosts

Control enhancement of SC-7 Boundary Protection

Control

Block inbound and outbound communications traffic between [Assignment: communication clients] that are independently configured by end users and external service providers.

Discussion

Communication clients independently configured by end users and external service providers include instant messaging clients and video conferencing software and applications. Traffic blocking does not apply to communication clients that are configured by organizations to perform authorized functions.

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