Check: WN16-SO-000080
Microsoft Windows Server 2016 STIG:
WN16-SO-000080
(in versions v2 r8 through v1 r1)
Title
The setting Domain member: Digitally encrypt or sign secure channel data (always) must be configured to Enabled. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Requests sent on the secure channel are authenticated, and sensitive information (such as passwords) is encrypted, but not all information is encrypted. If this policy is enabled, outgoing secure channel traffic will be encrypted and signed. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000423-GPOS-00187, SRG-OS-000424-GPOS-00188
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: \SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\Netlogon\Parameters\ Value Name: RequireSignOrSeal Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1)
Fix Text
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options >> "Domain member: Digitally encrypt or sign secure channel data (always)" to "Enabled".
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-225029r916422_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-225029
Group Title: SRG-OS-000423-GPOS-00187
Expert Comments
CCIs
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-002418 |
The information system protects the confidentiality and/or integrity of transmitted information. |
| CCI-002421 |
The information system implements cryptographic mechanisms to prevent unauthorized disclosure of information and/or detect changes to information during transmission unless otherwise protected by organization-defined alternative physical safeguards. |