The vCenter Server for Windows must enable certificate based authentication.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-94821 | VCWN-65-000059 | SV-104651r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
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| The vCenter 6.5 Web Client portal is capable of CAC authentication. This capability must be enabled and properly configured. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| VMware vSphere 6.5 vCenter Server for Windows Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2020-03-27 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-94017r1_chk ) |
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| See supplemental document. Ensure CAC Authentication occurs upon login to vCenter. Otherwise, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-100945r1_fix) |
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| Configure CAC Authentication per supplemental document. |