The use of a hardware security device with Microsoft Passport for Work must be enabled.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-63717 | WN10-CC-000255 | SV-78207r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The use of a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) to store keys for Microsoft Passport for Work provides additional security. Keys stored in the TPM may only be used on that system while keys stored using software are more susceptible to compromise and could be used on other systems. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 10 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2015-11-30 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-64465r1_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: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\PassportForWork\ Value Name: RequireSecurityDevice Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1 |
| Fix Text (F-69645r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Microsoft Passport for Work >> "Use a hardware security device" to "Enabled". |