Check: CXEN-RE-000855
Citrix XenDesktop 7.x Receiver STIG:
CXEN-RE-000855
(in version v1 r1)
Title
Citrix Receiver 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 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 >> Classic Administrative Templates (ADM) >> Citrix Components >> Citrix Receiver >> User authentication >> "Local user name and password" is set to "Enabled" with the option "Enable pass-through authentication" checked. If the "Local user name and password" policy is not "Enabled" or does not have the "Enable pass-through authentication" option checked, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Set the policy value for Administrative Templates >> Classic Administrative Templates (ADM) >> Citrix Components >> Citrix Receiver >> User authentication >> Local user name and password to "Enabled" and select the option "Enable pass-through authentication".
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-96143r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-81429
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 |