STIGQter: STIG Summary: Database Security Requirements Guide Version: 3 Release: 1 Benchmark Date: 22 Jan 2021:

The DBMS must use NIST FIPS 140-2 validated cryptographic modules for cryptographic operations.

DISA Rule

SV-206562r617447_rule

Vulnerability Number

V-206562

Group Title

SRG-APP-000179

Rule Version

SRG-APP-000179-DB-000114

Severity

CAT II

CCI(s)

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

Weight

10

Fix Recommendation

Utilize NIST FIPS 140-2 validated cryptographic modules for all cryptographic operations.

Check Contents

Review DBMS configuration to verify it is using NIST FIPS 140-2 validated cryptographic modules for cryptographic operations.

If NIST FIPS 140-2 validated modules are not being used for all cryptographic operations, this is a finding.

Vulnerability Number

V-206562

Documentable

False

Rule Version

SRG-APP-000179-DB-000114

Severity Override Guidance

Review DBMS configuration to verify it is using NIST FIPS 140-2 validated cryptographic modules for cryptographic operations.

If NIST FIPS 140-2 validated modules are not being used for all cryptographic operations, this is a finding.

Check Content Reference

M

Target Key

2902

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