The Windows SMB server must perform SMB packet signing when possible.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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| V-1162 | WN08-SO-000033 | SV-48054r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| The server message block (SMB) protocol provides the basis for many network operations. Digitally signed SMB packets aid in preventing man-in-the-middle attacks. If this policy is enabled, the SMB server will negotiate SMB packet signing as requested by the client. |
| STIG | Date |
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| Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2015-03-09 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-41192r1_fix) |
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| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Security Options -> "Microsoft Network Server: Digitally sign communications (if Client agrees)" to "Enabled". |