Check: WN10-CC-000290
Microsoft Windows 10 STIG:
WN10-CC-000290
(in versions v3 r2 through v1 r7)
Title
Remote Desktop Services must be configured with the client connection encryption set to the required level. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Remote connections must be encrypted to prevent interception of data or sensitive information. Selecting "High Level" will ensure encryption of Remote Desktop Services sessions in both directions.
Check Content
If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services\ Value Name: MinEncryptionLevel Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 3
Fix Text
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Remote Desktop Services >> Remote Desktop Session Host >> Security >> "Set client connection encryption level" to "Enabled" and "High Level".
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-220852r958408_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-220852
Group Title: SRG-OS-000033-GPOS-00014
Expert Comments
CCIs
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-000068 |
Implement cryptographic mechanisms to protect the confidentiality of remote access sessions. |
| CCI-002890 |
Implement organization-defined cryptographic mechanisms to protect the integrity of nonlocal maintenance and diagnostic communications. |