TMA-OPNSENSE-1.2
Ensure Backup count is set to 5 or more.
LowLevel 1Manual reviewopnsense
Description
OPNsense is able to store a user defined number of backups in a local cache. An after-the-fact backup is taken after evaluating the change and ensuring it had the intended outcome. Periodic backups are also helpful, regardless of changes, especially in cases where a manual backup may be missed.
How it is checked
Audit method: Manual review
This recommendation cannot be checked automatically. A scan lists it with these instructions when you pass --include-manual.
In the GUI. - Navigate to System -> Configuration -> Backups Confirm "Backup Count" is set to 5 or more.
How it is fixed
Fix method: Guidance or infrastructure patch
In the GUI. - Navigate to System -> Configuration -> Backups - Set the "Backup Count" to 5 or more. - Click "Save"
Properties
- Operating systems
- Any
- Tags
- backupopnsense
- Reference
- CIS OPNsense Benchmark v1.0.0 - 1.2 Ensure Backup count is set to 5 or more.