STIGQter: STIG Summary: Network Device Management Security Requirements Guide Version: 5 Release: 5 Benchmark Date: 01 Jul 2026:

The network device must use FIPS 140-2 approved algorithms for authentication to a cryptographic module.

DISA Rule

SV-202072r961050_rule

Vulnerability Number

V-202072

Group Title

SRG-APP-000179

Rule Version

SRG-APP-000179-NDM-000265

Severity

CAT I

CCI(s)

• CCI-000803 - Implement mechanisms for authentication to a cryptographic module that meet the requirements of applicable laws, Executive Orders, directives, policies, regulations, standards, and guidance for such authentication.

Weight

10

Fix Recommendation

Configure the network device to use FIPS 140-2 approved algorithms for authentication to a cryptographic module.

Check Contents

Determine if the network device uses FIPS 140-2 approved algorithms for authentication to a cryptographic module.

If the network device is not configured to use a FIPS-approved authentication algorithm to a cryptographic module, this is a finding.

Vulnerability Number

V-202072

Documentable

False

Rule Version

SRG-APP-000179-NDM-000265

Severity Override Guidance

Determine if the network device uses FIPS 140-2 approved algorithms for authentication to a cryptographic module.

If the network device is not configured to use a FIPS-approved authentication algorithm to a cryptographic module, this is a finding.

Check Content Reference

M

Target Key

2890