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V-222610

Application Security and Development Security Technical Implementation Guide

CAT II

Title

The application must generate error messages that provide information necessary for corrective actions without revealing information that could be exploited by adversaries.

Description

<VulnDiscussion>Only authorized personnel should be aware of errors and the details of the errors. Error messages are an indicator of an organization's operational state or can identify application components. Additionally, Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and operational information must not be revealed through error messages to unauthorized personnel or their designated representatives. The structure and content of error messages must be carefully considered by the organization and d...

Fix Text (Documentation Requirement)

Configure the server to not send error messages containing system information or sensitive data to users. Use generic error messages.

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