name: VNFM
full_form: Virtualised Network Function Manager
context: by a VNFM after the 3GPP VNF package is delivered to the operator and uploaded to NFVO. It is different terminology with the product lifecycle management process in clause 6 that includes set of functions required to manage first commercial introduction, update, minor release, major release, end of life. Threat Reference: Threats on interface between 3GPP VNF and VNFM, in clause 5.2.4.2.2.3 Test case: Test Name: TC_LIFECYCLE MANAGEMENT SECURITY Purpose: 1. To test the VNF authenticates VNFM when VNFM initiates a communication to VNF. 2. To test the VNF establishes secure connection with the VNFM after successful authentication. 3. To test the VNF check whether VNFM has been authorized when VNFM access to VNF's API. 4. To check whether VNF logs the lifecycle management operations from VNFM. Note: This test case is optional when the VNF and VNFM belongs to the same VNF vendor. If the VNF and VNFM belongs to the same VNF vendor and the interface between VNF and VNFM is proprietary
description: The Virtualised Network Function Manager (VNFM) is a network function responsible for managing the lifecycle of virtualized network functions, including their deployment, configuration, and operation. It interacts with other network functions, such as VNFs, to ensure secure communication and authentication.
explanation: VNFM is classified as a Network Function based on its role in managing the lifecycle of virtualized network functions, as described in the context from 3GPP TS 33.818. The VNFM's responsibilities include authenticating VNFs, establishing secure connections, authorizing access to APIs, and logging lifecycle management operations.
section_title: 5.2.5.5.7	Potential security functional requirements deriving from virtualisation and related test cases
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