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The SSH client must be configured to only use Message Authentication Codes (MACs) employing FIPS 140-2 approved cryptographic hash algorithms.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22463 | GEN005512 | SV-26756r1_rule | DCNR-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| DoD information systems are required to use FIPS 140-2 approved cryptographic hash functions. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| AIX 5.3 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2013-11-04 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-24006r1_fix) |
|---|
| Edit the SSH client configuration and remove any MACs other than hmac-sha1. If necessary, add a MACs line. |