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V-207240

CAT II (Medium)

The VPN Gateway must electronically verify the Common Access Card (CAC) credential.

Rule ID

SV-207240r856714_rule

STIG

Virtual Private Network (VPN) Security Requirements Guide

Version

V3R4

CCIs

CCI-001954

Discussion

DoD has mandated the use of the CAC as the Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential to support identity management and personal authentication for systems covered under HSPD 12, as well as a primary component of layered protection for national security systems.

Check Content

Verify the VPN Gateway electronically verifies the CAC credential.

If the VPN Gateway does not electronically verify Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Configure the VPN Gateway to electronically verify the CAC credential.