Cryptographic Architecture

V1.6.1

Verify that there is an explicit policy for management of cryptographic keys and that a cryptographic key lifecycle follows a key management standard such as NIST SP 800-57.

Level 1 required: False

Level 2 required: True

Level 3 required: True

CWE: 320

V1.6.2

Verify that consumers of cryptographic services protect key material and other secrets by using key vaults or API based alternatives.

Level 1 required: False

Level 2 required: True

Level 3 required: True

CWE: 320

V1.6.3

Verify that all keys and passwords are replaceable and are part of a well-defined process to re-encrypt sensitive data.

Level 1 required: False

Level 2 required: True

Level 3 required: True

CWE: 320

V1.6.4

Verify that the architecture treats client-side secrets--such as symmetric keys, passwords, or API tokens--as insecure and never uses them to protect or access sensitive data.

Level 1 required: False

Level 2 required: True

Level 3 required: True

CWE: 320

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