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The operating system must enforce password encryption for storage.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-28887 | SRG-OS-000073 | SV-36878r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Passwords need to be protected at all times and encryption is the standard method for protecting passwords while in storage so unauthorized users/processes cannot gain access. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Operating System Security Requirements Guide | 2013-03-28 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (None) |
|---|
| None |