CRITICAL
Rule Definition
Built-in remote addresses cause problems when the target is moved. Avoid of hardcoded network resources (e.g., IP addresses, URLs, etc.)
Remediation
It is recommended to make the IP address configurable.
Reference
ASCRM 1.0, Automated Source Code Reliability Measure, Object Management Group.
Related Technologies
Technical Criterion
PCI-DSS4-Requirement-2.2.6 - System security parameters are configured to prevent misuse
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