cis-gcp-cos-3.3.3

DevOps & Security

Ensure iptables is installed

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3.3.3 Ensure iptables is installed (Automated)

Description

iptables allows configuration of the IPv4 and IPv6 tables in the linux kernel and the rules stored within them. Most firewall configuration utilities operate as a front end to iptables.

Rationale

iptables is required for firewall management and configuration.

Audit Procedure

Run the following command and verify iptables is installed:

grep '"name": "iptables"' /etc/cos-package-info.json

Expected Result

"name": "iptables"

Remediation

Update to an OS image that includes the iptables package.

CIS Controls

Controls Version	Control	IG 1	IG 2	IG 3
v8	4.4 Implement and Manage a Firewall on Servers - Implement and manage a firewall on servers, where supported. Example implementations include a virtual firewall, operating system firewall, or a third-party firewall agent.	x	x	x
v7	9.4 Apply Host-based Firewalls or Port Filtering - Apply host-based firewalls or port filtering tools on end systems, with a default-deny rule that drops all traffic except those services and ports that are explicitly allowed.	x	x	x

Profile

Level 1 - Server