Check: 5.043
Win7 Audit:
5.043
(in version v1 r16)
Title
Remote Desktop Services is not 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
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-25262r2_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-3454
Group Title: TS/RDS - Set Encryption Level
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