Reference Guide

Overview
As part of an effort to improve its product lines, Dell EMC periodically releases revisions of its software and hardware.
Therefore, some functions described in this document might not be supported by all versions of the software or hardware
currently in use. The product release notes provide the most up-to-date information on product features.
Contact your Dell EMC technical support professional if a product does not function properly or does not function as described
in this document.
NOTE: This document was accurate at publication time. Go to Dell EMC Online Support (https://www.dell.com/support)
ensure that you are using the latest version of this document.
Purpose
This document describes the security configurations related to Dell EMC iDRAC Service Module (iSM), and its installation,
configuration, and functionality on the host operating system. The functionality might involve communication with other sub-
systems, which is out of scope for this document. The sub-systems within the host include:
● Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC)
● Dell EMC system firmware (BIOS)
● Operating system logging interface
● System chipset SATA controller
● NetSNMP configuration
● Microsoft Windows Registry
● Microsoft Windows certificate store
Sub-systems outside the host include the Dell EMC support server. The security posture of these subsystems is out of scope of
this document.
Audience
This document is intended for individuals who are responsible for managing security of Dell EMC iDRAC Service Module (iSM).
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The Security Configuration Guide intends to be a reference. The guidance is provided based on a diverse set of installed systems
and may not represent the actual risk or guidance to your local installation and individual environment. Dell EMC recommends
that all users determine the applicability of this information to their individual environments and take appropriate actions. All
aspects of this Security Configuration Guide are subject to change without notice and on a case-by-case basis. Your use of the
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