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General Purpose Operating System Security Requirements Guide

Rules, Groups, and Values defined within the XCCDF Benchmark

  • SRG-OS-000374

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  • The operating system must require devices to re-authenticate when changing authenticators.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Without re-authentication, devices may access resources or perform tasks for which they do not have authorization. When ope...
    Rule Medium Severity
  • SRG-OS-000375

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  • The operating system must implement multifactor authentication for remote access to privileged accounts in such a way that one of the factors is provided by a device separate from the system gaining access.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Using an authentication device, such as a CAC or token that is separate from the information system, ensures that even if the...
    Rule Medium Severity
  • SRG-OS-000376

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  • The operating system must accept Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;The use of PIV credentials facilitates standardization and reduces the risk of unauthorized access. DoD has mandated the use...
    Rule Medium Severity
  • SRG-OS-000377

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  • The operating system must electronically verify Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;The use of PIV credentials facilitates standardization and reduces the risk of unauthorized access. DoD has mandated the use...
    Rule Medium Severity
  • SRG-OS-000378

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  • The operating system must authenticate peripherals before establishing a connection.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Without authenticating devices, unidentified or unknown devices may be introduced, thereby facilitating malicious activity. ...
    Rule Medium Severity

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