Check: DTBI014-IE11
Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 STIG:
DTBI014-IE11
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r16)
Title
Turn off Encryption Support must be enabled. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
This parameter ensures only DoD-approved ciphers and algorithms are enabled for use by the web browser by allowing you to turn on/off support for TLS and SSL. TLS is a protocol for protecting communications between the browser and the target server. When the browser attempts to set up a protected communication with the target server, the browser and server negotiate which protocol and version to use. The browser and server attempt to match each other's list of supported protocols and versions and pick the most preferred match..
Check Content
The policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Internet Explorer >> Internet Control Panel >> Advanced Page >> "Turn off Encryption Support" must be "Enabled". Verify the only options selected are "Use TLS 1.1" and "Use TLS 1.2" from the drop-down box. Procedure: Use the Windows Registry Editor to navigate to the following key: HKLM\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings!SecureProtocols. Criteria: If the value for "SecureProtocols" is not REG_DWORD = "2560", this is a finding.
Fix Text
Set the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Internet Explorer >> Internet Control Panel >> Advanced Page >> "Turn off Encryption Support" to "Enabled". Select only "Use TLS 1.1" and "Use TLS 1.2" from the drop-down box.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-59337r8_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-46473
Group Title: DTBI014-IE11-TLS setting
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-002450 |
The information system implements organization-defined cryptographic uses and type of cryptography required for each use in accordance with applicable federal laws, Executive Orders, directives, policies, regulations, and standards. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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SC-13 |
Cryptographic Protection |