Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-1162 | WN12-SO-000033 | SV-52870r2_rule | 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 Server 2012/2012 R2 Member Server Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-07-28 |
Check Text ( None ) |
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None |
Fix Text (F-45796r1_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". |