The operating system must store only encrypted representations of passwords.

From General Purpose Operating System SRG

Associated with: CCI-000196

SV-70957r1_rule The operating system must store only encrypted representations of passwords.

Vulnerability discussion

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.

Check content

Verify the operating system stores only encrypted representations of passwords. If it does not, this is a finding.

Fix text

Configure the operating system to store only encrypted representations of passwords.

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