The network device must obtain its public key certificates from an appropriate certificate policy through an approved service provider.

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mediumV-202139SRG-APP-000516SRG-APP-000516-NDM-000344SV-202139r961863_rule2025-02-115
Description
For user certificates, each organization obtains certificates from an approved, shared service provider, as required by OMB policy. For federal agencies operating a legacy public key infrastructure cross-certified with the Federal Bridge Certification Authority at medium assurance or higher, this Certification Authority will suffice.
ℹ️ Check
Determine if the network device obtains public key certificates from an appropriate certificate policy through an approved service provider. If the network device does not obtain its public key certificates from an appropriate certificate policy through an approved service provider, this is a finding.
✔️ Fix
Configure the network device to obtain its public key certificates from an appropriate certificate policy through an approved service provider.