MariaDB Enterprise 10.x STIG Version Comparison

There are 2 differences between versions v2 r1 (July 24, 2024) (the "left" version) and v2 r3 (Jan. 30, 2025) (the "right" version).

Check MADB-10-012500 was removed from the benchmark in the "right" version. The text below reflects the old wording.

This check's original form is available here.

Title

MariaDB must be configured in accordance with the security configuration settings based on DoD security configuration and implementation guidance, including STIGs, NSA configuration guides, CTOs, DTMs, and IAVMs.

Check Content

Review the MariaDB documentation and configuration to determine if MariaDB is configured in accordance with DoD security configuration and implementation guidance, including STIGs, NSA configuration guides, CTOs, DTMs, and IAVMs. If MariaDB is not configured in accordance with security configuration settings, this is a finding.

Discussion

Configuring the DBMS to implement organization-wide security implementation guides and security checklists ensures compliance with federal standards and establishes a common security baseline across DoD that reflects the most restrictive security posture consistent with operational requirements. In addition to this STIG, sources of guidance on security and information assurance include NSA configuration guides, CTOs, DTMs, and IAVMs. The DBMS must be configured in compliance with guidance from all such relevant sources.

Fix

Configure MariaDB in accordance with DoD security configuration and implementation guidance, including STIGs, NSA configuration guides, CTOs, and DTMs and IAVMs. If MariaDB is not configured in accordance with security configuration settings, this is a finding.