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V-207482

CAT II (Medium)

The VMM must electronically verify Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials.

Rule ID

SV-207482r1272793_rule

STIG

Virtual Machine Manager Security Requirements Guide

Version

V2R5

CCIs

CCI-001954

Discussion

The use of PIV credentials facilitates standardization and reduces the risk of unauthorized access. DoW has mandated the use of the CAC to support identity management and personal authentication for systems covered under Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD) 12 and as a primary component of layered protection for national security systems.

Check Content

Verify the VMM electronically verifies Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials.

If it does not, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Configure the VMM to electronically verify Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials.