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The operating system must transmit only encrypted representations of passwords.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-56699 | SRG-OS-000074-GPOS-00042 | SV-70959r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| 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. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| General Purpose Operating System SRG | 2014-12-17 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-57269r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Verify the operating system transmits only encrypted representations of passwords. If it does not, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-61595r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the operating system to transmit only encrypted representations of passwords. |