Splunk Enterprise must use LDAPS for the LDAP connection.
An XCCDF Rule
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. Securing the connection to the LDAP servers mitigates this risk.
- ID
- SV-221609r961029_rule
- Version
- SPLK-CL-000080
- Severity
- High
- References
- Updated
Remediation Templates
A Manual Procedure
If using SAML for authentication, this fix is N/A.
Select Settings >> Access Controls >> Authentication method.
Select LDAP Settings.