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The Internet Explorer warning about certificate address mismatch must be enforced.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-6239 | DTBI015 | SV-45417r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| This parameter warns users if the certificate being presented by the website is invalid. Since server certificates are used to validate the identity of the web server it is critical to warn the user of a potential issue with the certificate being presented by the web server. This setting aids to prevent spoofing attacks. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2016-07-22 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-38815r1_fix) |
|---|
| Set the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Internet Explorer -> Internet Control Panel -> Security Page "Turn on certificate address mismatch warning" to "Enabled". |