The operating system must employ cryptographic mechanisms to prevent unauthorized disclosure of information during transmission unless otherwise protected by alternative physical measures.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-33143 | SRG-OS-000161-NA | SV-43541r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Ensuring the confidentiality of transmitted information requires operating systems take feasible measures to employ transmission layer security. This requirement applies to communications across internal and external networks. Rationale for non-applicability: This vulnerability is better addressed by CCI-001130, which deals with confidentiality in transit. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Mobile Operating System Security Requirements Guide | 2013-07-03 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-41403r1_chk ) |
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| This requirement is NA for the Mobile OS SRG. |
| Fix Text (F-37043r1_fix) |
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| The requirement is NA. No fix is required. |