Title

The DNS server implementation must protect the integrity of transmitted information. (Cat I impact)

Discussion

Without protection of the transmitted information, confidentiality and integrity may be compromised since unprotected communications can be intercepted and either read or altered. Communication paths outside the physical protection of a controlled boundary are exposed to the possibility of interception and modification. Protecting the confidentiality and integrity of organizational information can be accomplished by physical means (e.g., employing physical distribution systems) or by logical means (e.g., employing cryptographic techniques). If physical means of protection are employed, then logical means (cryptography) do not have to be employed, and vice versa. Confidentiality is not an objective of DNS, but integrity is. DNSSEC and TSIG/SIG(0) both digitally sign DNS information to authenticate its source and ensure its integrity.

Check Content

Review the DNS implementation configuration to determine if the DNS server protects the integrity of transmitted information. If the DNS server does not protect the integrity of transmitted information, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Configure the DNS server to protect the integrity of transmitted information.

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-205216r961632_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-205216

Group Title: SRG-APP-000439

Expert Comments

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