The DBMS must generate audit records when unsuccessful logons or connection attempts occur.

Overview

Finding IDVersionRule IDIA ControlsSeverity
V-206631SRG-APP-000503-DB-000351SV-206631r961824_ruleCCI-000172medium
Description
For completeness of forensic analysis, it is necessary to track failed attempts to log on to the DBMS. While positive identification may not be possible in a case of failed authentication, as much information as possible about the incident must be captured.
STIGDate
Database Security Requirements Guide2024-12-04

Details

Check Text (C-206631r961824_chk)

Review the DBMS audit settings. If an audit record is not generated each time a user (or other principal) attempts but fails to log on or connect to the DBMS (including attempts where the user ID is invalid/unknown), this is a finding.

Fix Text (F-6891r291562_fix)

Configure DBMS audit settings to generate an audit record each time a user (or other principal) attempts but fails to log on or connect to the DBMS. Include attempts where the user ID is invalid/unknown. Ensure that the audit record contains the time of the event and the user ID that was entered (if any).