V-254479
CAT IIWindows Server 2022 users must be required to enter a password to access private keys stored on the computer.
- Ships Affected
- 1
- Total Findings
- 1
- Open
- 0
- Closed
- 1
Check Text
If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding:
Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE
Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Cryptography\
Value Name: ForceKeyProtection
Type: REG_DWORD
Value: 0x00000002 (2)
Fix Text
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options >> System cryptography: Force strong key protection for user keys stored on the computer to "User must enter a password each time they use a key".
STIG Reference
- STIG
- Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Security Technical Implementation Guide
- Version
- 2
- Release
- 8
- Rule ID
- SV-254479r958450_rule
All Occurrences
This vulnerability appears on 1 ship(s)
| Ship | Hull # | Source File | Status | Assigned To | Scan Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAB BASELINES | BASELINE | SCHR-P3-DP-001_WinServer2022_V2R7_20260305-133436.cklb | Unassigned | 2026-03-05T13:34:36 | View in Context |