Check: SRG-APP-000179-AS-000129
Application Server SRG:
SRG-APP-000179-AS-000129
(in versions v3 r4 through v2 r2)
Title
The application server must utilize FIPS 140-2 approved encryption modules when authenticating users and processes. (Cat I impact)
Discussion
Encryption is only as good as the encryption modules utilized. Unapproved cryptographic module algorithms cannot be verified and cannot be relied upon to provide confidentiality or integrity, and DoD data may be compromised due to weak algorithms. The use of TLS provides confidentiality of data in transit between the application server and client. TLS must be enabled and non-FIPS-approved SSL versions must be disabled. NIST SP 800-52 specifies the preferred configurations for government systems.
Check Content
Review the application server documentation and deployed configuration to determine which version of TLS is being used. If the application server is not using TLS when authenticating users or non-FIPS-approved SSL versions are enabled, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Configure the application server to use a FIPS-2 approved TLS version to authenticate users and to disable all non-FIPS-approved SSL versions.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-204758r879616_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-204758
Group Title: SRG-APP-000179
Expert Comments
CCIs
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-000803 |
The information system implements mechanisms for authentication to a cryptographic module that meet the requirements of applicable federal laws, Executive Orders, directives, policies, regulations, standards, and guidance for such authentication. |
Controls
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| IA-7 |
Cryptographic Module Authentication |