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The service principal name (SPN) target name validation level must be configured to Accept if provided by client.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-21950 WN08-SO-000035 SV-48416r2_rule ECSC-1 Medium
Description
If a service principle name (SPN) is provided by the client, it is validated against the server's list of SPNs, aiding in the prevention of spoofing.
STIG Date
Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide 2014-12-13

Details

Check Text ( None )
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Fix Text (F-41547r1_fix)
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Security Options -> "Microsoft network server: Server SPN target name validation level" to "Accept if provided by client".