SC-7(3): Access Points
Control Family:
Parent Control:
Threats Addressed:
Baselines:
- Moderate
- High
Next Version:
- NIST Special Publication 800-53 Revision 5:
- SC-7(3): Access Points
Control Statement
The organization limits the number of external network connections to the information system.
Supplemental Guidance
Limiting the number of external network connections facilitates more comprehensive monitoring of inbound and outbound communications traffic. The Trusted Internet Connection (TIC) initiative is an example of limiting the number of external network connections.