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The Windows SMB server must perform SMB packet signing when possible.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-1162 | WN12-SO-000033 | SV-52870r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Windows Server 2012 / 2012 R2 Domain Controller Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-07-09 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-45796r1_fix) |
|---|
| 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". |