Check: SLES-15-010510
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 STIG:
SLES-15-010510
(in versions v1 r13 through v1 r1)
Title
FIPS 140-2 mode must be enabled on the SUSE operating system. (Cat I impact)
Discussion
Use of weak or untested encryption algorithms undermines the purposes of using encryption to protect data. The SUSE operating system must implement cryptographic modules adhering to the higher standards approved by the federal government since this provides assurance they have been tested and validated. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000396-GPOS-00176, SRG-OS-000478-GPOS-00223
Check Content
Verify the SUSE operating system is running in FIPS mode by running the following command. > cat /proc/sys/crypto/fips_enabled 1 If nothing is returned, the file does not exist, or the value returned is "0", this is a finding.
Fix Text
To configure the SUSE operating system to run in FIPS mode, add "fips=1" to the kernel parameter during the SUSE operating system install. Enabling FIPS mode on a preexisting system involves a number of modifications to the SUSE operating system. Refer to section 9.1, "Crypto Officer Guidance", of the following document for installation guidance: http://csrc.nist.gov/groups/STM/cmvp/documents/140-1/140sp/140sp2435.pdf
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-234859r877380_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-234859
Group Title: SRG-OS-000396-GPOS-00176
Expert Comments
CCIs
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| SC-13 |
Cryptographic Protection |