PCI-1.3.6:

Implement stateful inspection, also known as dynamic packet filtering. (That is, only ”established” connections are allowed into the network.)

• Verify that the firewall performs stateful inspection (dynamic packet filtering). [Only established connections should be allowed in, and only if they are associated with a previously established session (run a port scanner on all TCP ports with “syn reset” or ”syn ack” bits set—a response means packets are allowed through even if they are not part of a previously established session).]
  

Testing Procedures

Insert testing guidance here.

Testing Frequency

Describe testing frequency here.

Evidence Archive Location

Insert hyperlink or location of evidence archive.

Control Stewards Process Narrative

Provide control steward commentary indicating the formal methodology in place.

Control Steward – Jon Doe

Process Illustration

Replace this test by inserting a process diagram, flowchart or other visual representation to illustrate the process narrative as necessary. Include a brief description of the process illustration.

Control Status and Auditors Commentary

The control is effective.

File:Greenlock.jpg

Status is acceptable.

Control Exception Commentary

Status is acceptable.

Remediation Plan

Remediation is not required at this time.

--Mdpeters 09:06, 27 February 2007 (EST)