SC-7(28) Connections to Public Networks
Control enhancement of SC-7 Boundary Protection
Control
Prohibit the direct connection of [Assignment: system] to a public network.
Discussion
A direct connection is a dedicated physical or virtual connection between two or more systems. A public network is a network accessible to the public, including the Internet and organizational extranets with public access.
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