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4.2 IG1

Control 4 / Secure Configuration of Enterprise Assets and Software

Establish and Maintain a Secure Configuration Process for Network Infrastructure

Think of it likeEnsuring that the home’s internet and Wi-Fi are set up securely, with strong passwords and proper settings.

In plain English

Secure configurations are set and maintained for every network device, keeping the whole network guarded against threats.

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