Unencrypted-Communication-SMTP MSA/EN
Check for NULL ciphers
If the result is positive, there is no need for further action. If the result is negative, please read the following instructions.
Result positive | No insecure NULL ciphers supported |
Result negativ | Insecure NULL ciphers supported |
Description | Your server is configured to allow unencrypted communication over a protected channel. This allows man-in-the-middle attacks. |
Background | The term Cipher Suite stands for a collection of cryptographic methods used (encryption of information). This collection includes the key exchange method, digital signature, encryption and cryptographic hash functions. This combination of cryptographic components ensures a secure connection between two parties, e.g. your mail program and a server. In the TLS protocol, the Cipher Suite (cryptographic procedure) determines which algorithms are to be used to establish a secure data connection and is decisively responsible for the security of the connection. |
Consequence | Attackers can easily decrypt the communication between your server and the mail program with a weak encryption methodology. This can be used to read out mail content and misuse them for criminal purposes. |
Solution/Tips | If Insecure NULL ciphers supported was reported, disable support for NULL encryption methodology. |