Check: CVAD-WS-000855
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktop 7.x Workspace App STIG:
CVAD-WS-000855
(in versions v1 r2 through v1 r1)
Title
Citrix Workspace must accept Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
The use of PIV credentials facilitates standardization and reduces the risk of unauthorized access. DoD has mandated the use of the Common Access Card (CAC) to support identity management and personal authentication for systems covered under HSPD 12, as well as a primary component of layered protection for national security systems. Satisfies: SRG-APP-000391, SRG-APP-000392
Check Content
Verify the policy value for Administrative Templates >> Citrix Components >> Citrix Workspace >> User authentication >> "Smart card authentication" is not set to "Disabled". For this setting, "Not Configured" is equivalent to "Enabled". If the "Smart card authentication" policy is set to "Disabled", this is a finding.
Fix Text
Set the policy value for Administrative Templates >> Citrix Components >> Citrix Workspace >> User authentication >> "Smart card authentication" to "Enabled" and check the "Allow smart card authentication" box. If the environment leverages PIN pass-through, also check the "Use pass-through authentication for PIN" box.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-234262r640183_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-234262
Group Title: SRG-APP-000391
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-001953 |
The information system accepts Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials. |
CCI-001954 |
The information system electronically verifies Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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IA-2 (12) |
Acceptance Of Piv Credentials |