Title

The KVM switch must be configured to use encrypted communications with FIPS 140-2 validated cryptography. (Cat I impact)

Discussion

Because all administrative traffic contains sensitive data such as unencrypted passwords, it will be encrypted to protect it from interception. The KVM switch will be configured to require encryption for all communications via the network. NIST FIPS 140-2 validated cryptography will be used. The ISSO or SA will ensure the KVM switch is configured to use encrypted communications using FIPS 140-2 validated cryptography.

Check Content

The reviewer will, with the assistance of the ISSO or SA, verify the network attached KVM switch is configured for encryption using FIPS 140-2 validated cryptography. If the network KVM switch is not configured to use FIPS 140-2 validated cryptography, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Reconfigure the network KVM switch to use FIPS 140-2 validated cryptography for all communications across the network.

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-6910r2_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-6713

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