The Microsoft Exchange POP3 service must be disabled.
An XCCDF Rule
Description
The POP3 protocol is not approved for use within the DoD. It uses a clear text based user name and password and does not support the DoD standard for PKI for email access. User name and password could easily be captured from the network allowing malicious user to access other system features. Uninstalling or disabling the service will prevent the use of the POP3 protocol.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| IA Controls | ECSC-1 |
- ID
- SV-43990r1_rule
- Version
- Exch-1-008
- Severity
- Medium
- Updated
Remediation Templates
A Manual Procedure
Open the Windows Power Shell and enter the following command:
services.msc
Double click the 'Microsoft Exchange POP3' service and select the General tab.
Set the 'Startup Type' to 'Disabled', click ok.