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The system must be configured to use FIPS-compliant algorithms for encryption, hashing, and signing.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-63811 | WN10-SO-000230 | SV-78301r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| This setting ensures that the system uses algorithms that are FIPS-compliant for encryption, hashing, and signing. FIPS-compliant algorithms meet specific standards established by the U.S. Government and must be the algorithms used for all OS encryption functions. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 10 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2016-01-07 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-69739r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options >> "System cryptography: Use FIPS compliant algorithms for encryption, hashing, and signing" to "Enabled". |