Check: SRG-OS-000074-GPOS-00042
General Purpose Operating System SRG:
SRG-OS-000074-GPOS-00042
(in versions v2 r7 through v1 r4)
Title
The operating system must transmit only encrypted representations of passwords. (Cat I impact)
Discussion
Passwords need to be protected at all times, and encryption is the standard method for protecting passwords. If passwords are not encrypted, they can be plainly read (i.e., clear text) and easily compromised.
Check Content
Verify the operating system transmits only encrypted representations of passwords. If it does not, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Configure the operating system to transmit only encrypted representations of passwords.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-203630r877396_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-203630
Group Title: SRG-OS-000074
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CCIs
CCIs tied to check.
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-000197 |
The information system, for password-based authentication, transmits only cryptographically-protected passwords. |
Controls
Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| IA-5 (1) |
Password-Based Authentication |