The Exchange POP3 service must be disabled.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-207285 | EX13-MB-000095 | SV-207285r615936_rule | Medium |
| Description |
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| The POP3 protocol is not approved for use within the DoD. It uses a clear-text-based user name and password and does not support the DoD standard for PKI for email access. User name and password could easily be captured from the network, allowing a malicious user to access other system features. Uninstalling or disabling the service will prevent the use of the POP3 protocol. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Exchange 2013 Mailbox Server Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2021-12-16 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-7543r393368_chk ) |
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| Open the Windows Power Shell and enter the following command: Get-ItemProperty 'hklm:\system\currentcontrolset\services\MSExchangePOP3be' | Select Start Note: The hklm:\system\currentcontrolset\services\MSExchangePOP3 value must be in quotes. If the value of Start is not set to 4, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-7543r393369_fix) |
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| Open the Windows Power Shell and enter the following command: services.msc Navigate to and double-click on Microsoft Exchange POP3 Backend. Click on the "General" tab. In the Startup Type: dropdown, select Disabled. Click the OK button. |