Remote access policy

Remote access policy

Remote access policy is a document which outlines and defines acceptable methods of remotely connecting to the internal network. It is essential in large organization where networks are geographically dispersed and extend into insecure network locations such as public networks or unmanaged home networks. It should cover all available methods to remotely access internal resources:
* dial-in (SLIP, PPP)
* ISDN/Frame Relay
* telnet access from Internet
* Cable modem

Content

* Should define who is allowed to have remote access capabilities.
* Should define what methods are allowed for remote access.
* Should discuss if dial-out modems are allowed.
* Should discuss who is allowed to have high-speed remote access such as ISDN, Frame Relay or cable modem.
* Should discuss any restrictions on data that can be accessed remotely.
* If partners connections are commonplace, should discuss requirements and methods.

ee also

*Network security policy
*Computer security policy
*User account policy
*Internet security
*Computer security
*Network security
*Industrial espionage
*Information security

External links

* [http://csrc.nist.gov/ National Institute for Standards and Technology]


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