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WLAN components must be FIPS 140-2 or FIPS 140-3 certified and configured to operate in FIPS mode.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-243229 | WLAN-NW-000600 | SV-243229r891323_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If the DoD WLAN components (WLAN AP, controller, or client) are not NIST FIPS 140-2/FIPS 140-3 (Cryptographic Module Validation Program, CMVP) certified, the WLAN system may not adequately protect sensitive unclassified DoD data from compromise during transmission. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Network WLAN Bridge Platform Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2023-02-13 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-46504r891321_chk ) |
|---|
| Review the WLAN equipment specification and verify it is FIPS 140-2/3 (CMVP) certified for data in transit, including authentication credentials. Verify the component is configured to operate in FIPS mode. If the WLAN equipment is not is FIPS 140-2/3 (CMVP) certified or is not configured to operate in FIPS mode, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-46461r891322_fix) |
|---|
| Use WLAN equipment that is FIPS 140-2/3 (CMVP) certified. Configure the component to operate in FIPS mode. |