The NSX Tier-0 Gateway router must be configured to have multicast disabled if not in use.

Overview

Finding ID	Version	Rule ID	IA Controls	Severity
V-265484	NT0R-4X-000107	SV-265484r999919_rule		Low

Description

A compromised router introduces risk to the entire network infrastructure, as well as data resources that are accessible via the network. The perimeter defense has no oversight or control of attacks by malicious users within the network. Preventing network breaches from within is dependent on implementing a comprehensive defense-in-depth strategy, including securing each device connected to the network. This is accomplished by following and implementing all security guidance applicable for each node type. A fundamental step in securing each router is to enable only the capabilities required for operation.

STIG	Date
VMware NSX 4.x Tier-0 Gateway Router Security Technical Implementation Guide	2024-12-13

Details

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From the NSX Manager web interface, go to Networking >> Connectivity >> Tier-0 Gateways.

For every Tier-0 Gateway, expand the Tier-0 Gateway, then expand "Multicast" to view the multicast configuration.

If multicast is enabled and not in use, this is a finding.

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If not used, disable Multicast by doing the following:

From the NSX Manager web interface, go to Networking >> Connectivity >> Tier-0 Gateways and edit the target Tier-0 gateway.

Expand Multicast, change from "Enabled" to "Disabled", and then click "Save".