Title

The Unified Communications Endpoint, when using passwords or PINs for authentication or authorization, must be configured to cryptographically protect the PIN or password. (Cat I impact)

Discussion

Passwords need to be protected at all times and encryption is the standard method for protecting passwords. If passwords are not encrypted, they can be plainly read (i.e., clear text) and easily compromised. This does not apply to authentication for the purpose of configuring the device itself (management).

Check Content

Verify the Unified Communications Endpoint, when using passwords or PINs for authentication or authorization, cryptographically protects the transmission. If the Unified Communications Endpoint, when using passwords or PINs for authentication or authorization, does not cryptographically protect the transmission, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Configure the Unified Communications Endpoint, when using passwords or PINs for authentication or authorization, to cryptographically protect the transmission.

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SRG-NET-000400-VVEP-00033_rule

Vulnerability ID: SRG-NET-000400-VVEP-00033

Group Title: SRG-NET-000400-VVEP-00033

Expert Comments

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