The system must be configured to require a strong session key.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-3374 | WN12-SO-000017 | SV-52888r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| A computer connecting to a domain controller will establish a secure channel. Requiring strong session keys enforces 128-bit encryption between systems. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows Server 2012 Domain Controller Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-01-07 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-47205r2_chk ) |
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| If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \System\CurrentControlSet\Services\Netlogon\Parameters\ Value Name: RequireStrongKey Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1 This setting may prevent a system from being joined to a domain if not configured consistently between systems. |
| Fix Text (F-45814r1_fix) |
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| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Security Options -> "Domain member: Require strong (Windows 2000 or Later) session key" to "Enabled". |