The VMM must transmit only encrypted representations of passwords.

Overview

Finding IDVersionRule IDIA ControlsSeverity
V-207377SRG-OS-000074-VMM-000410SV-207377r987796_ruleCCI-000197medium
Description
Passwords need to be protected at all times, and encryption is the standard method for protecting passwords. If passwords are not encrypted, they can be plainly read (i.e., clear text) and easily compromised.
STIGDate
Virtual Machine Manager Security Requirements Guide2024-12-06

Details

Check Text (C-207377r987796_chk)

Verify the VMM transmits only encrypted representations of passwords. If it does not, this is a finding.

Fix Text (F-7634r365542_fix)

Configure the VMM to transmit only encrypted representations of passwords.