The Windows Remote Management (WinRM) client must not use Digest authentication.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-36714 | WN08-CC-000125 | SV-48352r2_rule | IAIA-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| Digest authentication is not as strong as other options and may be subject to man-in-the-middle attacks. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2015-03-09 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-41484r1_fix) |
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| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Remote Management (WinRM) -> WinRM Client -> "Disallow Digest authentication" to "Enabled". |