SNMP RMON agents can monitor network and application activity

Risk Level: Low risk vulnerability  Low

Check or Attack Name: SNMPShowRMON

Platforms: SNMP
Description:

An active Remote Monitoring (RMON) probe can remotely monitor applications, network traffic, and users. Access to the RMON capabilities should be carefully administered.

Remedy:

To properly support your site's security policy, follow the manufacturer's recommendations for configuring an agent that supports RMON queries.

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