HIGH

Ensure VPN Gateway uses strong encryption

VPN Gateway should use IKEv2 with strong encryption algorithms.

Security Impact

Weak VPN encryption can be compromised, exposing traffic.

How to Remediate

Configure VPN connections to use IKEv2 with AES256 encryption and SHA256 integrity.

Affected Resources

Microsoft.Network/virtualNetworkGateways

Compliance Frameworks

SOC 2PCI-DSSNIST 800-53

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Check Details

Check ID
azure-networking-15
Service
Azure Virtual Network
Category
Encryption
Severity
HIGH

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