Microsoft Windows Server 2012/2012 R2 Domain Controller Security Technical Implementation Guide

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This Security Technical Implementation Guide is published as a tool to improve the security of Department of Defense (DOD) information systems. The requirements are derived from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-53 and related documents. Comments or proposed revisions to this document should be sent via email to the following address: disa.stig_spt@mail.mil.
b
Server systems must be located in a controlled access area, accessible only to authorized personnel.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226029 - SV-226029r877377_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000001
Vuln IDs
  • V-226029
  • V-1070
Rule IDs
  • SV-226029r877377_rule
  • SV-52838
Inadequate physical protection can undermine all other security precautions utilized to protect the system. This can jeopardize the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of the system. Physical security is the first line of protection of any system.
Checks: C-27731r475410_chk

Verify servers are located in controlled access areas that are accessible only to authorized personnel. If systems are not adequately protected, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27719r475411_fix

Ensure servers are located in secure, access-controlled areas.

b
Users with administrative privilege must be documented.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226030 - SV-226030r794369_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000004
Vuln IDs
  • V-226030
  • V-36658
Rule IDs
  • SV-226030r794369_rule
  • SV-51575
Administrative accounts may perform any action on a system. Users with administrative accounts must be documented to ensure those with this level of access are clearly identified.
Checks: C-27732r475413_chk

Review the necessary documentation that identifies the members of the Administrators group. If a list of all users belonging to the Administrators group is not maintained with the ISSO, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27720r475414_fix

Create the necessary documentation that identifies the members of the Administrators group.

c
Users with Administrative privileges must have separate accounts for administrative duties and normal operational tasks.
CM-6 - High - CCI-000366 - V-226031 - SV-226031r794370_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000005
Vuln IDs
  • V-226031
  • V-36659
Rule IDs
  • SV-226031r794370_rule
  • SV-51576
Using a privileged account to perform routine functions makes the computer vulnerable to malicious software inadvertently introduced during a session that has been granted full privileges.
Checks: C-27733r475416_chk

Verify each user with administrative privileges has been assigned a unique administrative account separate from their standard user account. If users with administrative privileges do not have separate accounts for administrative functions and standard user functions, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27721r475417_fix

Ensure each user with administrative privileges has a separate account for user duties and one for privileged duties.

b
Policy must require that system administrators (SAs) be trained for the operating systems used by systems under their control.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226032 - SV-226032r794371_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000006
Vuln IDs
  • V-226032
  • V-36666
Rule IDs
  • SV-226032r794371_rule
  • SV-51577
If SAs are assigned to systems running operating systems for which they have no training, these systems are at additional risk of unintentional misconfiguration that may result in vulnerabilities or decreased availability of the system.
Checks: C-27734r475419_chk

Determine whether the site has a policy that requires SAs be trained for all operating systems running on systems under their control. If the site does not have a policy requiring SAs be trained for all operating systems under their control, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27722r475420_fix

Establish site policy that requires SAs be trained for all operating systems running on systems under their control.

b
Windows 2012/2012 R2 password for the built-in Administrator account must be changed at least annually or when a member of the administrative team leaves the organization.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226033 - SV-226033r794811_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000007
Vuln IDs
  • V-226033
  • V-14225
Rule IDs
  • SV-226033r794811_rule
  • SV-52942
The longer a password is in use, the greater the opportunity for someone to gain unauthorized knowledge of the password. The password for the built-in Administrator account must be changed at least annually or when any member of the administrative team leaves the organization. It is highly recommended to use Microsoft's Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS). Domain-joined systems can configure this to occur more frequently. LAPS will change the password every "30" days by default. The AO still has the overall authority to use another equivalent capability to accomplish the check.
Checks: C-27735r475422_chk

Review the password last set date for the built-in Administrator account. Domain controllers: Open "Windows PowerShell". Enter "Get-ADUser -Filter * -Properties SID, PasswordLastSet | Where SID -Like "*-500" | FL Name, SID, PasswordLastSet". If the "PasswordLastSet" date is greater than one year old, this is a finding. Member servers and standalone systems: Open "Windows PowerShell" or "Command Prompt". Enter 'Net User [account name] | Find /i "Password Last Set"', where [account name] is the name of the built-in administrator account. (The name of the built-in Administrator account must be changed to something other than "Administrator" per STIG requirements.) If the "PasswordLastSet" date is greater than one year old, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27723r794810_fix

Change the built-in Administrator account password at least annually or whenever an administrator leaves the organization. More frequent changes are recommended. It is highly recommended to use Microsoft's LAPS, which may be used on domain-joined member servers to accomplish this.

c
Administrative accounts must not be used with applications that access the Internet, such as web browsers, or with potential Internet sources, such as email.
CM-6 - High - CCI-000366 - V-226034 - SV-226034r794692_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000008
Vuln IDs
  • V-226034
  • V-36451
Rule IDs
  • SV-226034r794692_rule
  • SV-51578
Using applications that access the Internet or have potential Internet sources using administrative privileges exposes a system to compromise. If a flaw in an application is exploited while running as a privileged user, the entire system could be compromised. Web browsers and email are common attack vectors for introducing malicious code and must not be run with an administrative account. Since administrative accounts may generally change or work around technical restrictions for running a web browser or other applications, it is essential that policy requires administrative accounts to not access the Internet or use applications, such as email. The policy should define specific exceptions for local service administration. These exceptions may include HTTP(S)-based tools that are used for the administration of the local system, services, or attached devices. Technical means such as application whitelisting can be used to enforce the policy to ensure compliance.
Checks: C-27736r475425_chk

Determine whether administrative accounts are prevented from using applications that access the Internet, such as web browsers, or with potential Internet sources, such as email, except as necessary for local service administration. The organization must have a policy that prohibits administrative accounts from using applications that access the Internet, such as web browsers, or with potential Internet sources, such as email, except as necessary for local service administration. The policy should define specific exceptions for local service administration. These exceptions may include HTTP(S)-based tools that are used for the administration of the local system, services, or attached devices. Technical measures such as the removal of applications or application whitelisting must be used where feasible to prevent the use of applications that access the Internet. If accounts with administrative privileges are not prevented from using applications that access the Internet or with potential Internet sources, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27724r794691_fix

Establish and enforce a policy that prohibits administrative accounts from using applications that access the Internet, such as web browsers, or with potential Internet sources, such as email. Define specific exceptions for local service administration. These exceptions may include HTTP(S)-based tools that are used for the administration of the local system, services, or attached devices. Implement technical measures where feasible such as removal of applications or use of application whitelisting to restrict the use of applications that can access the Internet.

b
Members of the Backup Operators group must be documented.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226035 - SV-226035r794374_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000009-01
Vuln IDs
  • V-226035
  • V-1168
Rule IDs
  • SV-226035r794374_rule
  • SV-52156
Backup Operators are able to read and write to any file in the system, regardless of the rights assigned to it. Backup and restore rights permit users to circumvent the file access restrictions present on NTFS disk drives for backup and restore purposes. Visibility of members of the Backup Operators group must be maintained.
Checks: C-27737r475428_chk

If no accounts are members of the Backup Operators group, this is NA. Any accounts that are members of the Backup Operators group, including application accounts, must be documented with the ISSO. If documentation of accounts that are members of the Backup Operators group is not maintained this is a finding.

Fix: F-27725r475429_fix

Create the necessary documentation that identifies the members of the Backup Operators group.

b
Members of the Backup Operators group must have separate accounts for backup duties and normal operational tasks.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226036 - SV-226036r794375_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000009-02
Vuln IDs
  • V-226036
  • V-40198
Rule IDs
  • SV-226036r794375_rule
  • SV-52157
Backup Operators are able to read and write to any file in the system, regardless of the rights assigned to it. Backup and restore rights permit users to circumvent the file access restrictions present on NTFS disk drives for backup and restore purposes. Members of the Backup Operators group must have separate logon accounts for performing backup duties.
Checks: C-27738r475431_chk

If no accounts are members of the Backup Operators group, this is NA. Verify users with accounts in the Backup Operators group have a separate user account for backup functions and for performing normal user tasks. If users with accounts in the Backup Operators group do not have separate accounts for backup functions and standard user functions, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27726r475432_fix

Ensure each member of the Backup Operators group has separate accounts for backup functions and standard user functions.

b
Policy must require application account passwords be at least 15 characters in length.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000205 - V-226037 - SV-226037r794297_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000205
Version
WN12-00-000010
Vuln IDs
  • V-226037
  • V-36661
Rule IDs
  • SV-226037r794297_rule
  • SV-51579
Application/service account passwords must be of sufficient length to prevent being easily cracked. Application/service accounts that are manually managed must have passwords at least 15 characters in length.
Checks: C-27739r475434_chk

Verify the site has a policy to ensure passwords for manually managed application/service accounts are at least 15 characters in length. If such a policy does not exist or has not been implemented, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27727r475435_fix

Establish a site policy that requires application/service account passwords that are manually managed to be at least 15 characters in length. Ensure the policy is enforced.

b
Windows 2012/2012 R2 manually managed application account passwords must be changed at least annually or when a system administrator with knowledge of the password leaves the organization.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226038 - SV-226038r794376_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000011
Vuln IDs
  • V-226038
  • V-36662
Rule IDs
  • SV-226038r794376_rule
  • SV-51580
Setting application accounts to expire may cause applications to stop functioning. However, not changing them on a regular basis exposes them to attack. If managed service accounts are used, this alleviates the need to manually change application account passwords.
Checks: C-27740r475437_chk

Determine if manually managed application/service accounts exist. If none exist, this is NA. If passwords for manually managed application/service accounts are not changed at least annually or when an administrator with knowledge of the password leaves the organization, this is a finding. Identify manually managed application/service accounts. To determine the date a password was last changed: Domain controllers: Open "Windows PowerShell". Enter "Get-ADUser -Identity [application account name] -Properties PasswordLastSet | FL Name, PasswordLastSet", where [application account name] is the name of the manually managed application/service account. If the "PasswordLastSet" date is more than one year old, this is a finding. Member servers and standalone systems: Open "Windows PowerShell" or "Command Prompt". Enter 'Net User [application account name] | Find /i "Password Last Set"', where [application account name] is the name of the manually managed application/service account. If the "Password Last Set" date is more than one year old, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27728r475438_fix

Change passwords for manually managed application/service accounts at least annually or when an administrator with knowledge of the password leaves the organization. It is recommended that system-managed service accounts be used where possible.

b
Shared user accounts must not be permitted on the system.
IA-2 - Medium - CCI-000764 - V-226039 - SV-226039r794694_rule
RMF Control
IA-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000764
Version
WN12-00-000012
Vuln IDs
  • V-226039
  • V-1072
Rule IDs
  • SV-226039r794694_rule
  • SV-52839
Shared accounts (accounts where two or more people log in with the same user identification) do not provide adequate identification and authentication. There is no way to provide for nonrepudiation or individual accountability for system access and resource usage.
Checks: C-27741r475440_chk

Determine whether any shared accounts exist. If no shared accounts exist, this is NA. Shared accounts, such as required by an application, may be approved by the organization. This must be documented with the ISSO. Documentation must include the reason for the account, who has access to the account, and how the risk of using the shared account is mitigated to include monitoring account activity. If unapproved shared accounts exist, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27729r794693_fix

Remove unapproved shared accounts from the system. Document required shared accounts with the ISSO. Documentation must include the reason for the account, who has access to the account, and how the risk of using the shared account is mitigated, to include monitoring account activity.

a
Security configuration tools or equivalent processes must be used to configure and maintain platforms for security compliance.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226040 - SV-226040r794377_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000013
Vuln IDs
  • V-226040
  • V-1128
Rule IDs
  • SV-226040r794377_rule
  • SV-52859
Security configuration tools such as Group Policies and Security Templates allow system administrators to consolidate security-related system settings into a single configuration file. These settings can then be applied consistently to any number of Windows machines.
Checks: C-27742r475443_chk

Verify security configuration tools or equivalent processes are being used to configure Windows systems to meet security requirements. If security configuration tools or equivalent processes are not used, this is a finding. Security configuration tools that are integrated into Windows, such as Group Policies and Security Templates, may be used to configure platforms for security compliance. If an alternate method is used to configure a system (e.g., manually using the DISA Windows Security STIGs, etc.) and the same configured result is achieved, this is acceptable.

Fix: F-27730r475444_fix

Implement a process using security configuration tools or the equivalent to configure Windows systems to meet security requirements.

a
System-level information must be backed up in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226041 - SV-226041r794378_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000014
Vuln IDs
  • V-226041
  • V-1076
Rule IDs
  • SV-226041r794378_rule
  • SV-52841
Operating system backup is a critical step in maintaining data assurance and availability. System-level information includes system-state information, operating system and application software, and licenses. Backups must be consistent with organizational recovery time and recovery point objectives.
Checks: C-27743r475446_chk

Determine whether system-level information is backed up in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives. If system-level information is not backed up in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27731r475447_fix

Implement system-level information backups in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives.

a
User-level information must be backed up in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226042 - SV-226042r794312_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000015
Vuln IDs
  • V-226042
  • V-36733
Rule IDs
  • SV-226042r794312_rule
  • SV-51581
Operating system backup is a critical step in maintaining data assurance and availability. User-level information is data generated by information system and/or application users. Backups shall be consistent with organizational recovery time and recovery point objectives.
Checks: C-27744r475449_chk

Determine whether user-level information is backed up in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives. If user-level information is not backed up in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27732r475450_fix

Implement user-level information backups in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives.

a
Backups of system-level information must be protected.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226043 - SV-226043r794313_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000016
Vuln IDs
  • V-226043
  • V-40172
Rule IDs
  • SV-226043r794313_rule
  • SV-52130
A system backup will usually include sensitive information such as user accounts that could be used in an attack. As a valuable system resource, the system backup must be protected and stored in a physically secure location.
Checks: C-27745r475452_chk

Determine if system-level information backups are protected from destruction and stored in a physically secure location. If they are not, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27733r475453_fix

Ensure system-level information backups are stored in a secure location and protected from destruction.

a
System-related documentation must be backed up in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226044 - SV-226044r794314_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000017
Vuln IDs
  • V-226044
  • V-40173
Rule IDs
  • SV-226044r794314_rule
  • SV-52131
Operating system backup is a critical step in maintaining data assurance and availability. Information system and security-related documentation contains information pertaining to system configuration and security settings. Backups shall be consistent with organizational recovery time and recovery point objectives.
Checks: C-27746r475455_chk

Determine whether system-related documentation is backed up in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives. If system-related documentation is not backed up in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27734r475456_fix

Back up system-related documentation in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives.

b
The operating system must employ a deny-all, permit-by-exception policy to allow the execution of authorized software programs.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-001774 - V-226045 - SV-226045r890474_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001774
Version
WN12-00-000018
Vuln IDs
  • V-226045
  • V-57637
Rule IDs
  • SV-226045r890474_rule
  • SV-72047
Utilizing an allowlist provides a configuration management method for allowing the execution of only authorized software. Using only authorized software decreases risk by limiting the number of potential vulnerabilities. The organization must identify authorized software programs and only permit execution of authorized software. The process used to identify software programs that are authorized to execute on organizational information systems is commonly referred to as allowlisting.
Checks: C-27747r890472_chk

Verify the operating system employs a deny-all, permit-by-exception policy to allow the execution of authorized software programs. If an application allowlisting program is not in use on the system, this is a finding. Configuration of allowlisting applications will vary by the program. AppLocker is an allowlisting application built into Windows Server 2012. A deny-by-default implementation is initiated by enabling any AppLocker rules within a category, only allowing what is specified by defined rules. If AppLocker is used, perform the following to view the configuration of AppLocker: Open PowerShell. If the AppLocker PowerShell module has not been previously imported, execute the following first: Import-Module AppLocker Execute the following command, substituting [c:\temp\file.xml] with a location and file name appropriate for the system: Get-AppLockerPolicy -Effective -XML > c:\temp\file.xml This will produce an xml file with the effective settings that can be viewed in a browser or opened in a program such as Excel for review. Implementation guidance for AppLocker is available at the following link: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/threat-protection/windows-defender-application-control/applocker/applocker-policies-deployment-guide

Fix: F-27735r890473_fix

Configure an application allowlisting program to employ a deny-all, permit-by-exception policy to allow the execution of authorized software programs. Configuration of allowlisting applications will vary by the program. AppLocker is an allowlisting application built into Windows Server 2012. If AppLocker is used, it is configured through group policy in Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Application Control Policies >> AppLocker. Implementation guidance for AppLocker is available at the following link: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/threat-protection/windows-defender-application-control/applocker/applocker-policies-deployment-guide

b
Protection methods such as TLS, encrypted VPNs, or IPSEC must be implemented if the data owner has a strict requirement for ensuring data integrity and confidentiality is maintained at every step of the data transfer and handling process.
SC-8 - Medium - CCI-002420 - V-226046 - SV-226046r852052_rule
RMF Control
SC-8
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002420
Version
WN12-00-000019
Vuln IDs
  • V-226046
  • V-57641
Rule IDs
  • SV-226046r852052_rule
  • SV-72051
Information can be either unintentionally or maliciously disclosed or modified during preparation for transmission, for example, during aggregation, at protocol transformation points, and during packing/unpacking. These unauthorized disclosures or modifications compromise the confidentiality or integrity of the information. Ensuring the confidentiality of transmitted information requires the operating system to take measures in preparing information for transmission. This can be accomplished via access control and encryption. Use of this requirement will be limited to situations where the data owner has a strict requirement for ensuring data integrity and confidentiality is maintained at every step of the data transfer and handling process. When transmitting data, operating systems need to support transmission protection mechanisms such as TLS, encrypted VPNs, or IPSEC.
Checks: C-27748r475461_chk

If the data owner has a strict requirement for ensuring data integrity and confidentiality is maintained at every step of the data transfer and handling process, verify protection methods such as TLS, encrypted VPNs, or IPSEC have been implemented. If protection methods have not been implemented, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27736r794697_fix

Configure protection methods such as TLS, encrypted VPNs, or IPSEC when the data owner has a strict requirement for ensuring data integrity and confidentiality is maintained at every step of the data transfer and handling process to maintain the confidentiality and integrity.

b
Systems requiring data at rest protections must employ cryptographic mechanisms to prevent unauthorized disclosure and modification of the information at rest.
SC-28 - Medium - CCI-001199 - V-226047 - SV-226047r852053_rule
RMF Control
SC-28
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001199
Version
WN12-00-000020
Vuln IDs
  • V-226047
  • V-57645
Rule IDs
  • SV-226047r852053_rule
  • SV-72055
This requirement addresses protection of user-generated data, as well as operating system-specific configuration data. Organizations may choose to employ different mechanisms to achieve confidentiality and integrity protections, as appropriate, in accordance with the security category and/or classification of the information. Selection of a cryptographic mechanism is based on the need to protect the integrity of organizational information. The strength of the mechanism is commensurate with the security category and/or classification of the information. Organizations have the flexibility to either encrypt all information on storage devices (i.e., full disk encryption) or encrypt specific data structures (e.g., files, records, or fields).
Checks: C-27749r475464_chk

Verify systems that require additional protections due to factors such as inadequate physical protection or sensitivity of the data employ encryption to protect the confidentiality and integrity of all information at rest. If it does not, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27737r475465_fix

Configure systems that require additional protections due to factors such as inadequate physical protection or sensitivity of the data to employ encryption to protect the confidentiality and integrity of all information at rest.

c
The Windows 2012 / 2012 R2 system must use an anti-virus program.
CM-6 - High - CCI-000366 - V-226048 - SV-226048r794379_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000100
Vuln IDs
  • V-226048
  • V-1074
Rule IDs
  • SV-226048r794379_rule
  • SV-52103
Malicious software can establish a base on individual desktops and servers. Employing an automated mechanism to detect this type of software will aid in elimination of the software from the operating system.
Checks: C-27750r475467_chk

Verify an anti-virus solution is installed on the system. The anti-virus solution may be bundled with an approved host-based security solution. If there is no anti-virus solution installed on the system, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27738r475468_fix

Install an anti-virus solution on the system.

b
The Server Message Block (SMB) v1 protocol must be disabled on Windows 2012 R2.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226049 - SV-226049r794699_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-00-000160
Vuln IDs
  • V-226049
  • V-73805
Rule IDs
  • SV-226049r794699_rule
  • SV-88471
SMBv1 is a legacy protocol that uses the MD5 algorithm as part of SMB. MD5 is known to be vulnerable to a number of attacks such as collision and preimage attacks as well as not being FIPS compliant. Disabling SMBv1 support may prevent access to file or print sharing resources with systems or devices that only support SMBv1. File shares and print services hosted on Windows Server 2003 are an example, however Windows Server 2003 is no longer a supported operating system. Some older network attached devices may only support SMBv1.
Checks: C-27751r475470_chk

This requirement applies to Windows 2012 R2, it is NA for Windows 2012 (see V-73519 and V-73523 for 2012 requirements). Different methods are available to disable SMBv1 on Windows 2012 R2. This is the preferred method, however if V-73519 and V-73523 are configured, this is NA. Run "Windows PowerShell" with elevated privileges (run as administrator). Enter the following: Get-WindowsOptionalFeature -Online | Where FeatureName -eq SMB1Protocol If "State : Enabled" is returned, this is a finding. Alternately: Search for "Features". Select "Turn Windows features on or off". If "SMB 1.0/CIFS File Sharing Support" is selected, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27739r794698_fix

Run "Windows PowerShell" with elevated privileges (run as administrator). Enter the following: Disable-WindowsOptionalFeature -Online -FeatureName SMB1Protocol Alternately: Search for "Features". Select "Turn Windows features on or off". De-select "SMB 1.0/CIFS File Sharing Support". The system must be restarted for the changes to take effect.

b
The Server Message Block (SMB) v1 protocol must be disabled on the SMB server.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226050 - SV-226050r794701_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-00-000170
Vuln IDs
  • V-226050
  • V-73519
Rule IDs
  • SV-226050r794701_rule
  • SV-88193
SMBv1 is a legacy protocol that uses the MD5 algorithm as part of SMB. MD5 is known to be vulnerable to a number of attacks such as collision and preimage attacks as well as not being FIPS compliant. Disabling SMBv1 support may prevent access to file or print sharing resources with systems or devices that only support SMBv1. File shares and print services hosted on Windows Server 2003 are an example, however Windows Server 2003 is no longer a supported operating system. Some older network attached devices may only support SMBv1.
Checks: C-27752r475473_chk

This requirement specifically applies to Windows 2012 but can also be used for Windows 2012 R2. Different methods are available to disable SMBv1 on Windows 2012 R2, if V-73805 is configured on Windows 2012 R2, this is NA. If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\LanmanServer\Parameters\ Value Name: SMB1 Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-27740r794700_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> MS Security Guide >> "Configure SMBv1 Server" to "Disabled". The system must be restarted for the change to take effect. This policy setting requires the installation of the SecGuide custom templates included with the STIG package. "SecGuide.admx" and "SecGuide.adml" must be copied to the \Windows\PolicyDefinitions and \Windows\PolicyDefinitions\en-US directories respectively.

b
The Server Message Block (SMB) v1 protocol must be disabled on the SMB client.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226051 - SV-226051r794766_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-00-000180
Vuln IDs
  • V-226051
  • V-73523
Rule IDs
  • SV-226051r794766_rule
  • SV-88205
SMBv1 is a legacy protocol that uses the MD5 algorithm as part of SMB. MD5 is known to be vulnerable to a number of attacks such as collision and preimage attacks as well as not being FIPS compliant. Disabling SMBv1 support may prevent access to file or print sharing resources with systems or devices that only support SMBv1. File shares and print services hosted on Windows Server 2003 are an example, however Windows Server 2003 is no longer a supported operating system. Some older network attached devices may only support SMBv1.
Checks: C-27753r475476_chk

This requirement specifically applies to Windows 2012 but can also be used for Windows 2012 R2. Different methods are available to disable SMBv1 on Windows 2012 R2, if V-73805 is configured on Windows 2012 R2, this is NA. If the following registry value is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\mrxsmb10\ Value Name: Start Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000004 (4) If the following registry value includes MRxSmb10, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\LanmanWorkstation\ Value Name: DependOnService Type: REG_MULTI_SZ Value: Default values after removing MRxSmb10 include the following, which are not a finding: Bowser MRxSmb20 NSI

Fix: F-27741r794765_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> MS Security Guide >> "Configure SMBv1 client driver" to "Enabled" with "Disable driver (recommended)" selected for "Configure MrxSmb10 driver". Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> MS Security Guide >> "Configure SMBv1 client (extra setting needed for pre-Win8.1/2012R2)" to "Enabled" with the following three lines of text entered for "Configure LanmanWorkstation Dependencies": Bowser MRxSmb20 NSI The system must be restarted for the changes to take effect. These policy settings requires the installation of the SecGuide custom templates included with the STIG package. "SecGuide.admx" and "SecGuide.adml" must be copied to the \Windows\PolicyDefinitions and \Windows\PolicyDefinitions\en-US directories respectively.

b
Orphaned security identifiers (SIDs) must be removed from user rights on Windows 2012 / 2012 R2.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226052 - SV-226052r794380_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000190
Vuln IDs
  • V-226052
  • V-75915
Rule IDs
  • SV-226052r794380_rule
  • SV-90603
Accounts or groups given rights on a system may show up as unresolved SIDs for various reasons including deletion of the accounts or groups. If the account or group objects are reanimated, there is a potential they may still have rights no longer intended. Valid domain accounts or groups may also show up as unresolved SIDs if a connection to the domain cannot be established for some reason.
Checks: C-27754r475479_chk

Review the effective User Rights setting in Local Group Policy Editor. Run "gpedit.msc". Navigate to Local Computer Policy >> Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> User Rights Assignment. Review each User Right listed for any unresolved SIDs to determine whether they are valid, such as due to being temporarily disconnected from the domain. (Unresolved SIDs have the format of "*S-1-…".) If any unresolved SIDs exist and are not for currently valid accounts or groups, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27742r475480_fix

Remove any unresolved SIDs found in User Rights assignments and determined to not be for currently valid accounts or groups by removing the accounts or groups from the appropriate group policy.

b
Windows PowerShell must be updated to a version that supports script block logging on Windows 2012/2012 R2.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226053 - SV-226053r794790_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-00-000200
Vuln IDs
  • V-226053
  • V-80473
Rule IDs
  • SV-226053r794790_rule
  • SV-95179
Later versions of Windows PowerShell provide additional security and advanced logging features that can provide greater detail when malware has been run on a system. PowerShell 5.x includes the advanced logging features. PowerShell 4.0 with the addition of patch KB3000850 on Windows 2012 R2 or KB3119938 on Windows 2012 adds advanced logging features. PowerShell is updated with the installation of the corresponding version of the Windows Management Framework (WMF). Updating to a later PowerShell version may have compatibility issues with some applications. The following links should be reviewed and updates tested before applying to a production environment. WMF 4.0: Review the System Requirements under the download link - https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=40855 WMF 5.0: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/wmf/5.0/productincompat WMF 5.1: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/wmf/5.1/productincompat
Checks: C-27755r475482_chk

Open "Windows PowerShell". Enter "$PSVersionTable". If the value for "PSVersion" is not 4.0 or 5.x, this is a finding. Windows 2012 R2 includes PowerShell 4.0 by default. Windows 2012 must be updated. If PowerShell 4.0 is used, the required patch for script block logging will be verified with the requirement to have that enabled.

Fix: F-27743r794789_fix

Update Windows PowerShell to version 4.0 or 5.x. Windows 2012 R2 includes PowerShell 4.0 by default. It may be updated with the installation of Windows Management Framework (WMF) 5.0 or 5.1. Windows 2012 requires the installation of WMF 4.0, 5.0, or 5.1. Updating to a later PowerShell version may have compatibility issues with some applications. The following links should be reviewed and updates tested before applying to a production environment. WMF 4.0: Review the System Requirements under the download link - https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=40855 WMF 5.0: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/wmf/5.0/productincompat WMF 5.1: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/wmf/5.1/productincompat

b
PowerShell script block logging must be enabled on Windows 2012/2012 R2.
AU-3 - Medium - CCI-000135 - V-226054 - SV-226054r794758_rule
RMF Control
AU-3
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000135
Version
WN12-00-000210
Vuln IDs
  • V-226054
  • V-80475
Rule IDs
  • SV-226054r794758_rule
  • SV-95183
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Enabling PowerShell script block logging will record detailed information from the processing of PowerShell commands and scripts. This can provide additional detail when malware has run on a system. PowerShell 5.x supports script block logging. PowerShell 4.0 with the addition of patch KB3000850 on Windows 2012 R2 or KB3119938 on Windows 2012 adds support for script block logging. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000042-GPOS-00021
Checks: C-27756r475485_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\PowerShell\ScriptBlockLogging\ Value Name: EnableScriptBlockLogging Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1) PowerShell 4.0 requires the installation of patch KB3000850 on Windows 2012 R2 or KB3119938 on Windows 2012. If the patch is not installed on systems with PowerShell 4.0, this is a finding. PowerShell 5.x does not require the installation of an additional patch.

Fix: F-27744r794757_fix

Configure the following registry value as specified. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\PowerShell\ScriptBlockLogging\ Value Name: EnableScriptBlockLogging Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1) Administrative templates from later versions of Windows include a group policy setting for this. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Windows PowerShell >> "Turn on PowerShell Script Block Logging" to "Enabled". Install patch KB3000850 on Windows 2012 R2 or KB3119938 on Windows 2012 on systems with PowerShell 4.0. PowerShell 5.x does not require the installation of an additional patch.

b
Windows PowerShell 2.0 must not be installed on Windows 2012/2012 R2.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226055 - SV-226055r794768_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-00-000220
Vuln IDs
  • V-226055
  • V-80477
Rule IDs
  • SV-226055r794768_rule
  • SV-95185
Windows PowerShell versions 4.0 (with a patch) and 5.x add advanced logging features that can provide additional detail when malware has been run on a system. Ensuring Windows PowerShell 2.0 is not installed as well mitigates against a downgrade attack that evades the advanced logging features of later Windows PowerShell versions.
Checks: C-27757r475488_chk

Windows PowerShell 2.0 is not installed by default. Open "Windows PowerShell". Enter "Get-WindowsFeature -Name PowerShell-v2". If "Installed State" is "Installed", this is a finding. An Installed State of "Available" or "Removed" is not a finding.

Fix: F-27745r794767_fix

Windows PowerShell 2.0 is not installed by default. Uninstall it if it has been installed. Open "Windows PowerShell". Enter "Uninstall-WindowsFeature -Name PowerShell-v2". Alternately: Use the "Remove Roles and Features Wizard" and deselect "Windows PowerShell 2.0 Engine" under "Windows PowerShell".

b
Windows 2012 account lockout duration must be configured to 15 minutes or greater.
AC-7 - Medium - CCI-002238 - V-226056 - SV-226056r852054_rule
RMF Control
AC-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002238
Version
WN12-AC-000001
Vuln IDs
  • V-226056
  • V-1099
Rule IDs
  • SV-226056r852054_rule
  • SV-52850
The account lockout feature, when enabled, prevents brute-force password attacks on the system. This parameter specifies the period of time that an account will remain locked after the specified number of failed logon attempts.
Checks: C-27758r475491_chk

Verify the effective setting in Local Group Policy Editor. Run "gpedit.msc". Navigate to Local Computer Policy >> Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Account Policies >> Account Lockout Policy. If the "Account lockout duration" is less than "15" minutes (excluding "0"), this is a finding. Configuring this to "0", requiring an administrator to unlock the account, is more restrictive and is not a finding.

Fix: F-27746r794777_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Account Policies >> Account Lockout Policy >> "Account lockout duration" to "15" minutes or greater. A value of "0" is also acceptable, requiring an administrator to unlock the account.

b
The number of allowed bad logon attempts must meet minimum requirements.
AC-7 - Medium - CCI-000044 - V-226057 - SV-226057r794277_rule
RMF Control
AC-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000044
Version
WN12-AC-000002
Vuln IDs
  • V-226057
  • V-1097
Rule IDs
  • SV-226057r794277_rule
  • SV-52848
The account lockout feature, when enabled, prevents brute-force password attacks on the system. The higher this value is, the less effective the account lockout feature will be in protecting the local system. The number of bad logon attempts must be reasonably small to minimize the possibility of a successful password attack, while allowing for honest errors made during a normal user logon.
Checks: C-27759r475494_chk

Verify the effective setting in Local Group Policy Editor. Run "gpedit.msc". Navigate to Local Computer Policy -> Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Account Lockout Policy. If the "Account lockout threshold" is "0" or more than "3" attempts, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27747r475495_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Account Lockout Policy -> "Account lockout threshold" to "3" or less invalid logon attempts (excluding "0" which is unacceptable).

b
The reset period for the account lockout counter must be configured to 15 minutes or greater on Windows 2012.
AC-7 - Medium - CCI-000044 - V-226058 - SV-226058r852055_rule
RMF Control
AC-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000044
Version
WN12-AC-000003
Vuln IDs
  • V-226058
  • V-1098
Rule IDs
  • SV-226058r852055_rule
  • SV-52849
The account lockout feature, when enabled, prevents brute-force password attacks on the system. This parameter specifies the period of time that must pass after failed logon attempts before the counter is reset to "0". The smaller this value is, the less effective the account lockout feature will be in protecting the local system.
Checks: C-27760r475497_chk

Verify the effective setting in Local Group Policy Editor. Run "gpedit.msc". Navigate to Local Computer Policy >> Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Account Policies >> Account Lockout Policy. If the "Reset account lockout counter after" value is less than "15" minutes, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27748r475498_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Account Policies >> Account Lockout Policy >> "Reset account lockout counter after" to at least "15" minutes.

b
The password history must be configured to 24 passwords remembered.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000200 - V-226059 - SV-226059r794296_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000200
Version
WN12-AC-000004
Vuln IDs
  • V-226059
  • V-1107
Rule IDs
  • SV-226059r794296_rule
  • SV-52853
A system is more vulnerable to unauthorized access when system users recycle the same password several times without being required to change to a unique password on a regularly scheduled basis. This enables users to effectively negate the purpose of mandating periodic password changes. The default value is 24 for Windows domain systems. DoD has decided this is the appropriate value for all Windows systems.
Checks: C-27761r475500_chk

Verify the effective setting in Local Group Policy Editor. Run "gpedit.msc". Navigate to Local Computer Policy >> Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Account Policies >> Password Policy. If the value for "Enforce password history" is less than "24" passwords remembered, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27749r475501_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Account Policies >> Password Policy >> "Enforce password history" to "24" passwords remembered.

b
The maximum password age must meet requirements.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000199 - V-226060 - SV-226060r794295_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000199
Version
WN12-AC-000005
Vuln IDs
  • V-226060
  • V-1104
Rule IDs
  • SV-226060r794295_rule
  • SV-52851
The longer a password is in use, the greater the opportunity for someone to gain unauthorized knowledge of the passwords. Scheduled changing of passwords hinders the ability of unauthorized system users to crack passwords and gain access to a system.
Checks: C-27762r475503_chk

Verify the effective setting in Local Group Policy Editor. Run "gpedit.msc". Navigate to Local Computer Policy -> Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Password Policy. If the value for the "Maximum password age" is greater than "60" days, this is a finding. If the value is set to "0" (never expires), this is a finding.

Fix: F-27750r475504_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Password Policy -> "Maximum password age" to "60" days or less (excluding "0" which is unacceptable).

b
The minimum password age must meet requirements.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000198 - V-226061 - SV-226061r794294_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000198
Version
WN12-AC-000006
Vuln IDs
  • V-226061
  • V-1105
Rule IDs
  • SV-226061r794294_rule
  • SV-52852
Permitting passwords to be changed in immediate succession within the same day allows users to cycle passwords through their history database. This enables users to effectively negate the purpose of mandating periodic password changes.
Checks: C-27763r475506_chk

Verify the effective setting in Local Group Policy Editor. Run "gpedit.msc". Navigate to Local Computer Policy -> Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Password Policy. If the value for the "Minimum password age" is set to "0" days ("Password can be changed immediately."), this is a finding.

Fix: F-27751r475507_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Password Policy -> "Minimum password age" to at least "1" day.

b
Passwords must, at a minimum, be 14 characters.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000205 - V-226062 - SV-226062r794298_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000205
Version
WN12-AC-000007
Vuln IDs
  • V-226062
  • V-6836
Rule IDs
  • SV-226062r794298_rule
  • SV-52938
Information systems not protected with strong password schemes (including passwords of minimum length) provide the opportunity for anyone to crack the password, thus gaining access to the system and compromising the device, information, or the local network.
Checks: C-27764r475509_chk

Verify the effective setting in Local Group Policy Editor. Run "gpedit.msc". Navigate to Local Computer Policy -> Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Password Policy. If the value for the "Minimum password length," is less than "14" characters, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27752r475510_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Password Policy -> "Minimum password length" to "14" characters.

b
The built-in Windows password complexity policy must be enabled.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000192 - V-226063 - SV-226063r794292_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000192
Version
WN12-AC-000008
Vuln IDs
  • V-226063
  • V-1150
Rule IDs
  • SV-226063r794292_rule
  • SV-52863
The use of complex passwords increases their strength against attack. The built-in Windows password complexity policy requires passwords to contain at least 3 of the 4 types of characters (numbers, upper- and lower-case letters, and special characters), as well as preventing the inclusion of user names or parts of.
Checks: C-27765r475512_chk

Verify the effective setting in Local Group Policy Editor. Run "gpedit.msc". Navigate to Local Computer Policy >> Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Account Policies >> Password Policy. If the value for "Password must meet complexity requirements" is not set to "Enabled", this is a finding. Note: If an external password filter is in use that enforces all 4 character types and requires this setting be set to "Disabled", this would not be considered a finding. If this setting does not affect the use of an external password filter, it must be enabled for fallback purposes.

Fix: F-27753r475513_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings -> Security Settings >> Account Policies >> Password Policy >> "Password must meet complexity requirements" to "Enabled".

c
Reversible password encryption must be disabled.
IA-5 - High - CCI-000196 - V-226064 - SV-226064r877397_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000196
Version
WN12-AC-000009
Vuln IDs
  • V-226064
  • V-2372
Rule IDs
  • SV-226064r877397_rule
  • SV-52880
Storing passwords using reversible encryption is essentially the same as storing clear-text versions of the passwords. For this reason, this policy must never be enabled.
Checks: C-27766r475515_chk

Verify the effective setting in Local Group Policy Editor. Run "gpedit.msc". Navigate to Local Computer Policy -> Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Password Policy. If the value for "Store password using reversible encryption" is not set to "Disabled", this is a finding.

Fix: F-27754r475516_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Password Policy -> "Store password using reversible encryption" to "Disabled".

b
Kerberos user logon restrictions must be enforced.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226065 - SV-226065r794383_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-AC-000010-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226065
  • V-2376
Rule IDs
  • SV-226065r794383_rule
  • SV-51160
This policy setting determines whether the Kerberos Key Distribution Center (KDC) validates every request for a session ticket against the user rights policy of the target computer. The policy is enabled by default which is the most secure setting for validating access to target resources is not circumvented.
Checks: C-27767r475518_chk

Verify the following is configured in the Default Domain Policy. Open "Group Policy Management". Navigate to "Group Policy Objects" in the Domain being reviewed (Forest > Domains > Domain). Right click on the "Default Domain Policy". Select Edit. Navigate to Computer Configuration > Policies > Windows Settings > Security Settings > Account Policies > Kerberos Policy. If the "Enforce user logon restrictions" is not set to "Enabled", this is a finding.

Fix: F-27755r475519_fix

Configure the policy value in the Default Domain Policy for Computer Configuration -> Policies -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Kerberos Policy -> "Enforce user logon restrictions" to "Enabled".

b
The Kerberos service ticket maximum lifetime must be limited to 600 minutes or less.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226066 - SV-226066r794792_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-AC-000011-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226066
  • V-2377
Rule IDs
  • SV-226066r794792_rule
  • SV-51162
This setting determines the maximum amount of time (in minutes) that a granted session ticket can be used to access a particular service. Session tickets are used only to authenticate new connections with servers. Ongoing operations are not interrupted if the session ticket used to authenticate the connection expires during the connection.
Checks: C-27768r475521_chk

Verify the following is configured in the Default Domain Policy. Open "Group Policy Management". Navigate to "Group Policy Objects" in the Domain being reviewed (Forest > Domains > Domain). Right click on the "Default Domain Policy". Select Edit. Navigate to Computer Configuration > Policies > Windows Settings > Security Settings > Account Policies > Kerberos Policy. If the value for "Maximum lifetime for service ticket" is 0 or greater than 600 minutes, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27756r794791_fix

Configure the policy value in the Default Domain Policy for Computer Configuration -> Policies -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Kerberos Policy -> "Maximum lifetime for service ticket" to a maximum of 600 minutes, but not 0, which equates to "Ticket doesn't expire".

b
The Kerberos user ticket lifetime must be limited to 10 hours or less.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226067 - SV-226067r794794_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-AC-000012-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226067
  • V-2378
Rule IDs
  • SV-226067r794794_rule
  • SV-51164
In Kerberos, there are 2 types of tickets: Ticket Granting Tickets (TGTs) and Service Tickets. Kerberos tickets have a limited lifetime so the time an attacker has to implement an attack is limited. This policy controls how long TGTs can be renewed. With Kerberos, the user's initial authentication to the domain controller results in a TGT which is then used to request Service Tickets to resources. Upon startup, each computer gets a TGT before requesting a service ticket to the domain controller and any other computers it needs to access. For services that startup under a specified user account, users must always get a TGT first, then get Service Tickets to all computers and services accessed.
Checks: C-27769r475524_chk

Verify the following is configured in the Default Domain Policy. Open "Group Policy Management". Navigate to "Group Policy Objects" in the Domain being reviewed (Forest > Domains > Domain). Right click on the "Default Domain Policy". Select Edit. Navigate to Computer Configuration > Policies > Windows Settings > Security Settings > Account Policies > Kerberos Policy. If the value for "Maximum lifetime for user ticket" is 0 or greater than 10 hours, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27757r794793_fix

Configure the policy value in the Default Domain Policy for Computer Configuration -> Policies -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Kerberos Policy -> "Maximum lifetime for user ticket" to a maximum of 10 hours, but not 0, which equates to "Ticket doesn't expire".

b
The Kerberos policy user ticket renewal maximum lifetime must be limited to 7 days or less.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226068 - SV-226068r794388_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-AC-000013-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226068
  • V-2379
Rule IDs
  • SV-226068r794388_rule
  • SV-51166
This setting determines the period of time (in days) during which a user's TGT may be renewed. This security configuration limits the amount of time an attacker has to crack the TGT and gain access.
Checks: C-27770r475527_chk

Verify the following is configured in the Default Domain Policy. Open "Group Policy Management". Navigate to "Group Policy Objects" in the Domain being reviewed (Forest > Domains > Domain). Right click on the "Default Domain Policy". Select Edit. Navigate to Computer Configuration > Policies > Windows Settings > Security Settings > Account Policies > Kerberos Policy. If the "Maximum lifetime for user ticket renewal" is greater than 7 days, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27758r475528_fix

Configure the policy value in the Default Domain Policy for Computer Configuration -> Policies -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Kerberos Policy -> "Maximum lifetime for user ticket renewal" to a maximum of 7 days or less.

b
The computer clock synchronization tolerance must be limited to 5 minutes or less.
IA-2 - Medium - CCI-001941 - V-226069 - SV-226069r852056_rule
RMF Control
IA-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001941
Version
WN12-AC-000014-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226069
  • V-2380
Rule IDs
  • SV-226069r852056_rule
  • SV-51168
This setting determines the maximum time difference (in minutes) that Kerberos will tolerate between the time on a client's clock and the time on a server's clock while still considering the two clocks synchronous. In order to prevent replay attacks, Kerberos uses timestamps as part of its protocol definition. For timestamps to work properly, the clocks of the client and the server need to be in sync as much as possible.
Checks: C-27771r475530_chk

Verify the following is configured in the Default Domain Policy. Open "Group Policy Management". Navigate to "Group Policy Objects" in the Domain being reviewed (Forest > Domains > Domain). Right click on the "Default Domain Policy". Select Edit. Navigate to Computer Configuration > Policies > Windows Settings > Security Settings > Account Policies > Kerberos Policy. If the "Maximum tolerance for computer clock synchronization" is greater than 5 minutes, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27759r475531_fix

Configure the policy value in the Default Domain Policy for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Kerberos Policy -> "Maximum tolerance for computer clock synchronization" to a maximum of 5 minutes or less.

c
Active Directory data files must have proper access control permissions.
AC-6 - High - CCI-002235 - V-226070 - SV-226070r877392_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-002235
Version
WN12-AD-000001-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226070
  • V-8316
Rule IDs
  • SV-226070r877392_rule
  • SV-51175
Improper access permissions for directory data related files could allow unauthorized users to read, modify, or delete directory data or audit trails.
Checks: C-27772r475533_chk

Verify the permissions on the content of the NTDS directory. Open the registry editor (regedit). Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\NTDS\Parameters. Note the directory locations in the values for: Database log files path DSA Database file By default they will be \Windows\NTDS. If the locations are different, the following will need to be run for each. Open an elevated command prompt (Win+x, Command Prompt (Admin)). Navigate to the NTDS directory (\Windows\NTDS by default). Run "icacls *.*". If the permissions on each file are not at least as restrictive as the following, this is a finding. NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM:(I)(F) BUILTIN\Administrators:(I)(F) (I) - permission inherited from parent container (F) - full access Do not use File Explorer to attempt to view permissions of the NTDS folder. Accessing the folder through File Explorer will change the permissions on the folder.

Fix: F-27760r475534_fix

Ensure the permissions on NTDS database and log files are at least as restrictive as the following: NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM:(I)(F) BUILTIN\Administrators:(I)(F) (I) - permission inherited from parent container (F) - full access

c
The Active Directory SYSVOL directory must have the proper access control permissions.
AC-6 - High - CCI-002235 - V-226071 - SV-226071r877392_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-002235
Version
WN12-AD-000002-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226071
  • V-39331
Rule IDs
  • SV-226071r877392_rule
  • SV-51176
Improper access permissions for directory data files could allow unauthorized users to read, modify, or delete directory data. The SYSVOL directory contains public files (to the domain) such as policies and logon scripts. Data in shared subdirectories are replicated to all domain controllers in a domain.
Checks: C-27773r794319_chk

Verify the permissions on the SYSVOL directory. Open a command prompt. Run "net share". Make note of the directory location of the SYSVOL share. By default this will be \Windows\SYSVOL\sysvol. For this requirement, permissions will be verified at the first SYSVOL directory level. Alternately, use Icacls.exe to view the permissions of the SYSVOL directory. Open a command prompt. Run "icacls c:\Windows\SYSVOL The following results should be displayed: NT AUTHORITY\Authenticated Users:(RX) NT AUTHORITY\Authenticated Users:(OI)(CI)(IO)(GR,GE) BUILTIN\Server Operators:(RX) BUILTIN\Server Operators:(OI)(CI)(IO)(GR,GE) BUILTIN\Administrators:(M,WDAC,WO) BUILTIN\Administrators:(OI)(CI)(IO)(F) NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM:(F) NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM:(OI)(CI)(IO)(F) BUILTIN\Administrators:(M,WDAC,WO) CREATOR OWNER:(OI)(CI)(IO)(F) (RX) - Read & execute Run "icacls /help" to view definitions of other permission codes. If the above results are not displayed, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27761r794769_fix

Ensure the permissions on SYSVOL directory do not allow greater than read & execute for standard user accounts or groups. The defaults below meet this requirement. Type - Allow Principal - Authenticated Users Access - Read & execute Inherited from - None Applies to - This folder, subfolder and files Type - Allow Principal - Server Operators Access - Read & execute Inherited from - None Applies to - This folder, subfolder and files Type - Allow Principal - Administrators Access - Special Inherited from - None Applies to - This folder only (Access - Special - Basic Permissions: all selected except Full control) Type - Allow Principal - CREATOR OWNER Access - Full control Inherited from - None Applies to - Subfolders and files only Type - Allow Principal - Administrators Access - Full control Inherited from - None Applies to - Subfolders and files only Type - Allow Principal - SYSTEM Access - Full control Inherited from - None Applies to - This folder, subfolders and files

c
Active Directory Group Policy objects must have proper access control permissions.
AC-6 - High - CCI-002235 - V-226072 - SV-226072r877392_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-002235
Version
WN12-AD-000003-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226072
  • V-33673
Rule IDs
  • SV-226072r877392_rule
  • SV-51177
When directory service database objects do not have appropriate access control permissions, it may be possible for malicious users to create, read, update, or delete the objects and degrade or destroy the integrity of the data. When the directory service is used for identification, authentication, or authorization functions, a compromise of the database objects could lead to a compromise of all systems relying on the directory service. For Active Directory (AD), the Group Policy objects require special attention. In a distributed administration model (i.e., help desk), Group Policy objects are more likely to have access permissions changed from the secure defaults. If inappropriate access permissions are defined for Group Policy Objects, this could allow an intruder to change the security policy applied to all domain client computers (workstations and servers).
Checks: C-27774r475539_chk

Verify the permissions on Group Policy objects. Open "Group Policy Management". (Available from various menus or run "gpmc.msc".) Navigate to "Group Policy Objects" in the domain being reviewed (Forest > Domains > Domain). For each Group Policy object: Select the Group Policy object item in the left pane. Select the Delegation tab in the right pane. Select the Advanced button. If any standard user accounts or groups have greater than Allow permissions of Read and Apply group policy, this is a finding. Other access permissions that allow the objects to be updated are considered findings unless specifically documented by the ISSO. The default permissions noted below meet this requirement. The permissions shown are at the summary level. More detailed permissions can be viewed by selecting the next Advanced button, selecting the desired Permission entry, and the Edit button. Authenticated Users - Read, Apply group policy, Special permissions The Special permissions for Authenticated Users are for Read type Properties. If detailed permissions include any Create, Delete, Modify, or Write Permissions or Properties, this is a finding. The Special permissions for the following default groups are not the focus of this requirement and may include a wide range of permissions and properties. CREATOR OWNER - Special permissions SYSTEM - Read, Write, Create all child objects, Delete all child objects, Special permissions Domain Admins - Read, Write, Create all child objects, Delete all child objects, Special permissions Enterprise Admins - Read, Write, Create all child objects, Delete all child objects, Special permissions ENTERPRISE DOMAIN CONTROLLERS - Read, Special permissions The Domain Admins and Enterprise Admins will not have the "Delete all child objects" permission on the two default group policy objects: Default Domain Policy and Default Domain Controllers Policy. They will have this permission on created group policy objects. The Anonymous Logon, Guests, or any group that contains those groups (in which users are not uniquely identified and authenticated) must not have any access permissions unless the group and justification is explicitly documented with the ISSO.

Fix: F-27762r794771_fix

Ensure the permissions on Group Policy objects do not allow greater than Read and Apply group policy for standard user accounts or groups. The default permissions below meet this requirement. Authenticated Users - Read, Apply group policy, Special permissions The Special permissions for Authenticated Users are for Read type Properties. CREATOR OWNER - Special permissions SYSTEM - Read, Write, Create all child objects, Delete all child objects, Special permissions Domain Admins - Read, Write, Create all child objects, Delete all child objects, Special permissions Enterprise Admins - Read, Write, Create all child objects, Delete all child objects, Special permissions ENTERPRISE DOMAIN CONTROLLERS - Read, Special permissions Document any other access permissions that allow the objects to be updated with the ISSO. The Domain Admins and Enterprise Admins will not have the "Delete all child objects" permission on the two default group policy objects: Default Domain Policy and Default Domain Controllers Policy. They will have this permission on created group policy objects.

c
The Active Directory Domain Controllers Organizational Unit (OU) object must have the proper access control permissions.
AC-6 - High - CCI-002235 - V-226073 - SV-226073r877392_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-002235
Version
WN12-AD-000004-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226073
  • V-39332
Rule IDs
  • SV-226073r877392_rule
  • SV-51178
When Active Directory (AD) objects do not have appropriate access control permissions, it may be possible for malicious users to create, read, update, or delete the objects and degrade or destroy the integrity of the data. When the directory service is used for identification, authentication, or authorization functions, a compromise of the database objects could lead to a compromise of all systems that rely on the directory service. The Domain Controllers OU object requires special attention as the Domain Controllers are central to the configuration and management of the domain. Inappropriate access permissions defined for the Domain Controllers OU could allow an intruder or unauthorized personnel to make changes which could lead to the compromise of the domain.
Checks: C-27775r475542_chk

Verify the permissions on the Domain Controllers OU. Open "Active Directory Users and Computers". (Available from various menus or run "dsa.msc".) Select Advanced Features in the View menu if not previously selected. Navigate to the Domain Controllers OU (folder in folder icon). Right click the OU and select Properties. Select the Security tab. If the permissions on the Domain Controllers OU do not restrict changes to System, Domain Admins, Enterprise Admins and Administrators, this is a finding. The default permissions listed below satisfy this requirement. Domains supporting Microsoft Exchange will have additional Exchange related permissions on the Domain Controllers OU. These may include some change related permissions and are not a finding. The permissions shown are at the summary level. More detailed permissions can be viewed by selecting the Advanced button, selecting the desired Permission entry, and the Edit button. SELF - Special permissions Authenticated Users - Read, Special permissions The Special permissions for Authenticated Users are Read types. If detailed permissions include any Create, Delete, Modify, or Write Permissions or Properties, this is a finding. SYSTEM - Full Control Domain Admins - Read, Write, Create all child objects, Generate resultant set of policy (logging), Generate resultant set of policy (planning), Special permissions Enterprise Admins - Full Control Administrators - Read, Write, Create all child objects, Generate resultant set of policy (logging), Generate resultant set of policy (planning), Special permissions Pre-Windows 2000 Compatible Access - Special permissions The Special permissions for Pre-Windows 2000 Compatible Access are Read types. If detailed permissions include any Create, Delete, Modify, or Write Permissions or Properties, this is a finding. ENTERPRISE DOMAIN CONTROLLERS - Read, Special permissions

Fix: F-27763r794773_fix

Limit the permissions on the Domain Controllers OU to restrict changes to System, Domain Admins, Enterprise Admins and Administrators. The default permissions listed below satisfy this requirement. Domains supporting Microsoft Exchange will have additional Exchange related permissions on the Domain Controllers OU. These may include some change related permissions. SELF - Special permissions Authenticated Users - Read, Special permissions The Special permissions for Authenticated Users are Read types. If detailed permissions include any Create, Delete, Modify, or Write Permissions or Properties, this is a finding. SYSTEM - Full Control Domain Admins - Read, Write, Create all child objects, Generate resultant set of policy (logging), Generate resultant set of policy (planning), Special permissions Enterprise Admins - Full Control Administrators - Read, Write, Create all child objects, Generate resultant set of policy (logging), Generate resultant set of policy (planning), Special permissions Pre-Windows 2000 Compatible Access - Special permissions The Special permissions for Pre-Windows 2000 Compatible Access are Read types. If detailed permissions include any Create, Delete, Modify, or Write Permissions or Properties, this is a finding. ENTERPRISE DOMAIN CONTROLLERS - Read, Special permissions

c
Domain created Active Directory Organizational Unit (OU) objects must have proper access control permissions.
AC-6 - High - CCI-002235 - V-226074 - SV-226074r877392_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-002235
Version
WN12-AD-000005-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226074
  • V-39333
Rule IDs
  • SV-226074r877392_rule
  • SV-51179
When directory service database objects do not have appropriate access control permissions, it may be possible for malicious users to create, read, update, or delete the objects and degrade or destroy the integrity of the data. When the directory service is used for identification, authentication, or authorization functions, a compromise of the database objects could lead to a compromise of all systems that rely on the directory service. For Active Directory (AD), the Organizational Unit (OU) objects require special attention. In a distributed administration model (i.e., help desk), OU objects are more likely to have access permissions changed from the secure defaults. If inappropriate access permissions are defined for OU objects, it could allow an intruder to add or delete users in the OU. This could result in unauthorized access to data or a Denial of Service to authorized users.
Checks: C-27776r475545_chk

Verifying the permissions on domain defined OUs. Open "Active Directory Users and Computers". (Available from various menus or run "dsa.msc".) Ensure Advanced Features is selected in the View menu. For each OU that is defined (folder in folder icon) excluding the Domain Controllers OU: Right click the OU and select Properties. Select the Security tab. If the permissions on the OU are not at least as restrictive as those below, this is a finding. The permissions shown are at the summary level. More detailed permissions can be viewed by selecting the next Advanced button, selecting the desired Permission entry and the Edit button. Self - Special permissions Authenticated Users - Read, Special permissions The Special permissions for Authenticated Users are Read type. If detailed permissions include any Create, Delete, Modify, or Write Permissions or Properties, this is a finding. SYSTEM - Full Control Domain Admins - Full Control Enterprise Admins - Full Control Administrators - Read, Write, Create all child objects, Generate resultant set of policy (logging), Generate resultant set of policy (planning), Special permissions Pre-Windows 2000 Compatible Access - Special permissions The Special permissions for Pre-Windows 2000 Compatible Access are for Read types. If detailed permissions include any Create, Delete, Modify, or Write Permissions or Properties, this is a finding. ENTERPRISE DOMAIN CONTROLLERS - Read, Special permissions If an ISSO-approved distributed administration model (help desk or other user support staff) is implemented, permissions above Read may be allowed for groups documented by the ISSO.

Fix: F-27764r794775_fix

Ensure the permissions on domain defined OUs are at least as restrictive as the defaults below. Document any additional permissions above read with the ISSO if an approved distributed administration model (help desk or other user support staff) is implemented. Self - Special permissions Authenticated Users - Read, Special permissions The Special permissions for Authenticated Users are Read type. If detailed permissions include any Create, Delete, Modify, or Write Permissions or Properties, this is a finding. SYSTEM - Full Control Domain Admins - Full Control Enterprise Admins - Full Control Administrators - Read, Write, Create all child objects, Generate resultant set of policy (logging), Generate resultant set of policy (planning), Special permissions Pre-Windows 2000 Compatible Access - Special permissions The Special permissions for Pre-Windows 2000 Compatible Access are for Read types. If detailed permissions include any Create, Delete, Modify, or Write Permissions or Properties, this is a finding. ENTERPRISE DOMAIN CONTROLLERS - Read, Special permissions Severity Override Guidance: If any OU with improper permissions includes identification or authentication data (e.g., accounts, passwords, or password hash data) used by systems to determine access control, the severity is CAT I (e.g., OUs that include user accounts, including service/application accounts). If the OU with improper permissions does not include identification and authentication data used by systems to determine access control, the severity is CAT II (e.g., Workstation, Printer OUs).

b
Data files owned by users must be on a different logical partition from the directory server data files.
SC-2 - Medium - CCI-001082 - V-226075 - SV-226075r794310_rule
RMF Control
SC-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001082
Version
WN12-AD-000006-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226075
  • V-8317
Rule IDs
  • SV-226075r794310_rule
  • SV-51180
When directory service data files, especially for directories used for identification, authentication, or authorization, reside on the same logical partition as user-owned files, the directory service data may be more vulnerable to unauthorized access or other availability compromises. Directory service and user-owned data files sharing a partition may be configured with less restrictive permissions in order to allow access to the user data. The directory service may be vulnerable to a denial of service attack when user-owned files on a common partition are expanded to an extent preventing the directory service from acquiring more space for directory or audit data.
Checks: C-27777r475548_chk

Refer to the AD database location obtained in check V-8316. Note the logical drive (e.g., C:) on which the files are located. Determine if the server is currently providing file sharing services to users with the following command. Enter "net share" at a command prompt. Note the logical drive(s) or file system partition for any site-created data shares. Ignore all system shares (e.g., Windows NETLOGON, SYSVOL, and administrative shares ending in $). User shares that are hidden (ending with $) should not be ignored. If user shares are located on the same logical partition as the directory server data files, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27765r475549_fix

Ensure files owned by users are stored on a different logical partition then the directory server data files.

b
Time synchronization must be enabled on the domain controller.
AU-8 - Medium - CCI-001891 - V-226076 - SV-226076r877038_rule
RMF Control
AU-8
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001891
Version
WN12-AD-000007-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226076
  • V-8322
Rule IDs
  • SV-226076r877038_rule
  • SV-51181
When a directory service using multi-master replication (such as AD) executes on computers that do not have synchronized time, directory data may be corrupted or updated invalidly. The lack of synchronized time could lead to audit log data that is misleading, inconclusive, or unusable. In cases of intrusion this may invalidate the audit data as a source of forensic evidence in an incident investigation. In AD, the lack of synchronized time could prevent clients from logging on or accessing server resources as a result of Kerberos requirements related to time variance.
Checks: C-27778r475551_chk

Determine if a time synchronization tool has been implemented on the Windows domain controller. If the Windows Time Service is used, verify the following registry values. If they are not configured as specified, this is a finding. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \System\CurrentControlSet\Services\W32Time\TimeProviders\NtpClient\ Value Name: Enabled Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1 Registry Path: \System\CurrentControlSet\Services\W32Time\Parameters\ Value Name: Type Type: REG_SZ Value: NT5DS (preferred), NTP or Allsync If these Windows checks indicate a finding because the NtpClient is not enabled, determine if an alternate time synchronization tool is installed and enabled. If the Windows Time Service is not enabled and no alternate tool is enabled, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27766r794806_fix

Ensure the Windows Time Service is configured as follows or install and enable another time synchronization tool. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \System\CurrentControlSet\Services\W32Time\TimeProviders\NtpClient\ Value Name: Enabled Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1 Registry Path: \System\CurrentControlSet\Services\W32Time\ Parameters\ Value Name: Type Type: REG_SZ Value: NT5DS (preferred), NTP or Allsync

a
The time synchronization tool must be configured to enable logging of time source switching.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226077 - SV-226077r794796_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-AD-000008-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226077
  • V-8324
Rule IDs
  • SV-226077r794796_rule
  • SV-51182
When a time synchronization tool executes, it may switch between time sources according to network or server contention. If switches between time sources are not logged, it may be difficult or impossible to detect malicious activity or availability problems.
Checks: C-27779r475554_chk

Verify logging is configured to capture time source switches. If the Windows Time Service is used, verify the following registry value. If it is not configured as specified, this is a finding. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \System\CurrentControlSet\Services\W32Time\Config\ Value Name: EventLogFlags Type: REG_DWORD Value: 2 or 3 If another time synchronization tool is used, review the available configuration options and logs. If the tool has time source logging capability and it is not enabled, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27767r794795_fix

Configure the time synchronization tool to log time source switching. If the Windows Time Service is used, configure the following registry value. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \System\CurrentControlSet\Services\W32Time\Config\ Value Name: EventLogFlags Type: REG_DWORD Value: 2 or 3

b
The directory server supporting (directly or indirectly) system access or resource authorization must run on a machine dedicated to that function.
SC-2 - Medium - CCI-001082 - V-226078 - SV-226078r794311_rule
RMF Control
SC-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001082
Version
WN12-AD-000009-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226078
  • V-8326
Rule IDs
  • SV-226078r794311_rule
  • SV-51183
Executing application servers on the same host machine with a directory server may substantially weaken the security of the directory server. Web or database server applications usually require the addition of many programs and accounts increasing the attack surface of the computer. Some applications require the addition of privileged accounts providing potential sources of compromise. Some applications (such as MS Exchange) may require the use of network ports or services conflicting with the directory server. In this case, non-standard ports might be selected and this could interfere with intrusion detection or prevention services.
Checks: C-27780r475557_chk

Review the roles and services the domain controller is running. Run "services.msc" to display the Services console. Determine if any running services are application components. Examples of services indicating the presence of applications are: -DHCP Server for DHCP server -IIS Admin Service for IIS web server -Microsoft Exchange System Attendant for Exchange -MSSQLServer for SQL Server. If any application-related components have the "Started" status, this is a finding. Installed roles can be displayed by viewing Server Roles in the Add (or Remove) Roles and Features wizard. (Cancel before any changes are made.) Determine if any additional server roles are installed. A basic domain controller set up will include the following: -Active Directory Domain Services -DNS Server -File and Storage Services If any roles not requiring installation on a domain controller are installed, this is a finding. Supplemental Notes: A Domain Name System (DNS) server integrated with the directory server (e.g., AD-integrated DNS) is an acceptable application. However, the DNS server must comply with the DNS STIG security requirements. Some directory servers utilize specialized web servers for administrative functions and databases for data management. These web and database servers are permitted as long as they are dedicated to directory server support and only administrative users have access to them.

Fix: F-27768r475558_fix

Remove additional roles or applications such as web, database, and email from the domain controller.

b
Windows services that are critical for directory server operation must be configured for automatic startup.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226079 - SV-226079r794798_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-AD-000010-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226079
  • V-8327
Rule IDs
  • SV-226079r794798_rule
  • SV-51184
Active Directory (AD) is dependent on several Windows services. If one or more of these services is not configured for automatic startup, AD functions may be partially or completely unavailable until the services are manually started. This could result in a failure to replicate data or to support client authentication and authorization requests.
Checks: C-27781r475560_chk

Run "services.msc" to display the Services console. Verify the Startup Type for the following Windows services: - Active Directory Domain Services - DFS Replication - DNS Client - DNS server - Group Policy Client - Intersite Messaging - Kerberos Key Distribution Center - NetLogon - Windows Time (not required if another time synchronization tool is implemented to start automatically) If the Startup Type for any of these services is not Automatic, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27769r794797_fix

Ensure the following services that are critical for directory server operation are configured for automatic startup. - Active Directory Domain Services - DFS Replication - DNS Client - DNS server - Group Policy Client - Intersite Messaging - Kerberos Key Distribution Center - NetLogon - Windows Time (not required if another time synchronization tool is implemented to start automatically)

b
Separate, NSA-approved (Type 1) cryptography must be used to protect the directory data-in-transit for directory service implementations at a classified confidentiality level when replication data traverses a network cleared to a lower level than the data
SC-13 - Medium - CCI-002450 - V-226080 - SV-226080r877380_rule
RMF Control
SC-13
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002450
Version
WN12-AD-000011-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226080
  • V-14783
Rule IDs
  • SV-226080r877380_rule
  • SV-51185
Commercial-grade encryption does not provide adequate protection when the classification level of directory data in transit is higher than the level of the network.
Checks: C-27782r475563_chk

With the assistance of the SA, NSO, or network reviewer as required, review the site network diagram(s) or documentation to determine the level of classification for the network(s) over which replication data is transmitted. Determine the classification level of the Windows domain controller. If the classification level of the Windows domain controller is higher than the level of the networks, review the site network diagram(s) and directory implementation documentation to determine if NSA-approved encryption is used to protect the replication network traffic. If the classification level of the Windows domain controller is higher than the level of the network traversed and NSA-approved encryption is not used, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27770r475564_fix

Configure NSA-approved (Type 1) cryptography to protect the directory data in transit for directory service implementations at a classified confidentiality level that transfers replication data through a network cleared to a lower level than the data.

a
Anonymous access to the root DSE of a non-public directory must be disabled.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226081 - SV-226081r794800_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-AD-000012-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226081
  • V-14797
Rule IDs
  • SV-226081r794800_rule
  • SV-51186
Allowing anonymous access to the root DSE data on a directory server provides potential attackers with a number of details about the configuration and data contents of a directory. For example, the namingContexts attribute indicates the directory space contained in the directory; the supportedLDAPVersion attribute indicates which versions of the LDAP protocol the server supports; and the supportedSASLMechanisms attribute indicates the names of supported authentication mechanisms. An attacker with this information may be able to select more precisely targeted attack tools or higher value targets.
Checks: C-27783r475566_chk

At this time, this is a finding for all Windows domain controllers for sensitive or classified levels as Windows Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) does not provide a method to restrict anonymous access to the root DSE on domain controllers. The following can be used to verify anonymous access is allowed. Open a command prompt (not elevated). Run "ldp.exe". From the Connection menu, select Bind. Clear the User, Password, and Domain fields. Select Simple bind for the Bind type, Click OK. RootDSE attributes should display, such as various namingContexts. Confirmation of anonymous access will be displayed at the end: res = ldap_simple_bind_s Authenticated as: 'NT AUTHORITY\ANONYMOUS LOGON'

Fix: F-27771r794799_fix

Implement network protections to reduce the risk of anonymous access. Network hardware ports at the site are subject to 802.1x authentication or MAC address restrictions. Premise firewall or host restrictions prevent access to ports 389, 636, 3268, and 3269 from client hosts not explicitly identified by domain (.mil) or IP address. Severity Override Guidance: The following network controls allow the finding severity to be downgraded to not a finding since these measures lower the risk associated with anonymous access.

c
Directory data (outside the root DSE) of a non-public directory must be configured to prevent anonymous access.
CM-6 - High - CCI-000366 - V-226082 - SV-226082r794802_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-AD-000013-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226082
  • V-14798
Rule IDs
  • SV-226082r794802_rule
  • SV-51187
To the extent that anonymous access to directory data (outside the root DSE) is permitted, read access control of the data is effectively disabled. If other means of controlling access (such as, network restrictions) are compromised, there may be nothing else to protect the confidentiality of sensitive directory data.
Checks: C-27784r475569_chk

Verify anonymous access is not allowed to the AD domain naming context. Open a command prompt (not elevated). Run "ldp.exe". From the Connection menu, select Bind. Clear the User, Password, and Domain fields. Select Simple bind for the Bind type, Click OK. Confirmation of anonymous access will be displayed at the end: res = ldap_simple_bind_s Authenticated as: 'NT AUTHORITY\ANONYMOUS LOGON' From the Browse menu, select Search. In the Search dialog, enter the DN of the domain naming context (generally something like "dc=disaost,dc=mil") in the Base DN field. Clear the Attributes field and select Run. Error messages should display related to bind and user not authenticated. If attribute data is displayed, anonymous access is enabled to the domain naming context and this is a finding.

Fix: F-27772r794801_fix

Configure directory data (outside the root DSE) of a non-public directory to prevent anonymous access. For AD, there are multiple configuration items that could enable anonymous access. Changing the access permissions on the domain naming context object (from the secure defaults) could enable anonymous access. If the check procedures indicate this is the cause, the process that was used to change the permissions should be reversed. This could have been through the Windows Support Tools ADSI Edit console (adsiedit.msc). The dsHeuristics option is used. This is addressed in check V-8555 in the AD Forest STIG. Severity Override Guidance: The following network controls allow the finding severity to be downgraded to a CAT II since these measures lower the risk associated with anonymous access. Network hardware ports at the site are subject to 802.1x authentication or MAC address restrictions. Premise firewall or host restrictions prevent access to ports 389, 636, 3268, and 3269 from client hosts not explicitly identified by domain (.mil) or IP address.

a
The directory service must be configured to terminate LDAP-based network connections to the directory server after five (5) minutes of inactivity.
SC-10 - Low - CCI-001133 - V-226083 - SV-226083r794805_rule
RMF Control
SC-10
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-001133
Version
WN12-AD-000014-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226083
  • V-14831
Rule IDs
  • SV-226083r794805_rule
  • SV-51188
The failure to terminate inactive network connections increases the risk of a successful attack on the directory server. The longer an established session is in progress, the more time an attacker has to hijack the session, implement a means to passively intercept data, or compromise any protections on client access. For example, if an attacker gains control of a client computer, an existing (already authenticated) session with the directory server could allow access to the directory. The lack of confidentiality protection in LDAP-based sessions increases exposure to this vulnerability.
Checks: C-27785r794803_chk

Verify the value for MaxConnIdleTime. Open an elevated command prompt. Enter "ntdsutil". At the "ntdsutil:" prompt, enter "LDAP policies". At the "ldap policy:" prompt, enter "connections". At the "server connections:" prompt, enter "connect to server [host-name]". (Where [host-name] is the computer name of the domain controller.) At the "server connections:" prompt, enter "q". At the "ldap policy:" prompt, enter "show values". If the value for MaxConnIdleTime is greater than 300 (the value for five minutes) or it is not specified, this is a finding. Enter "q" at the "ldap policy:" and "ntdsutil:" prompts to exit. Alternately, Dsquery can be used to display MaxConnIdleTime: Open an elevated command prompt. Enter the following command (on a single line). dsquery * "cn=Default Query Policy,cn=Query-Policies,cn=Directory Service, cn=Windows NT,cn=Services,cn=Configuration,dc=[forest-name]" -attr LDAPAdminLimits The quotes are required and dc=[forest-name] is the fully qualified LDAP name of the domain being reviewed (e.g., dc=disaost,dc=mil).

Fix: F-27773r794804_fix

Configure the directory service to terminate LDAP-based network connections to the directory server after five (5) minutes of inactivity. Open an elevated command prompt. Enter "ntdsutil". At the "ntdsutil:" prompt, enter "LDAP policies". At the "ldap policy:" prompt, enter "connections". At the "server connections:" prompt, enter "connect to server [host-name]". (Where [host-name] is the computer name of the domain controller.) At the "server connections:" prompt, enter "q". At the "ldap policy:" prompt, enter "Set MaxConnIdleTime to 300". Enter "Commit Changes" to save. Enter "Show values" to verify changes. Enter "q" at the "ldap policy:" and "ntdsutil:" prompts to exit.

b
The password for the krbtgt account on a domain must be reset at least every 180 days.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226084 - SV-226084r794809_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-AD-000015-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226084
  • V-91777
Rule IDs
  • SV-226084r794809_rule
  • SV-101879
The krbtgt account acts as a service account for the Kerberos Key Distribution Center (KDC) service. The account and password are created when a domain is created and the password is typically not changed. If the krbtgt account is compromised, attackers can create valid Kerberos Ticket Granting Tickets (TGT). The password must be changed twice to effectively remove the password history.Changing once, waiting for replication to complete and the amount of time equal to or greater than the maximum Kerberos ticket lifetime, and changing again reduces the risk of issues.
Checks: C-27786r475575_chk

This requirement is applicable to domain controllers; it is NA for other systems. Open "Windows PowerShell". Enter "Get-ADUser krbtgt -Property PasswordLastSet". If the "PasswordLastSet" date is more than 180 days old, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27774r794808_fix

Reset the password for the krbtgt account a least every 180 days. The password must be changed twice to effectively remove the password history. Changing once, waiting for replication to complete and changing again reduces the risk of issues. Changing twice in rapid succession forces clients to re-authenticate (including application services) but is desired if a compromise is suspected. PowerShell scripts are available to accomplish this such as at the following link: https://gallery.technet.microsoft.com/Reset-the-krbtgt-account-581a9e51 Open "Active Directory Users and Computers" (available from various menus or run "dsa.msc"). Select "Advanced Features" in the "View" menu if not previously selected. Select the "Users" node. Right click on the krbtgt account and select "Reset password". Enter a password that meets password complexity requirements. Clear the "User must change password at next logon" check box. The system will automatically change this to a system generated complex password.

b
The system must be configured to audit Account Logon - Credential Validation successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226085 - SV-226085r794339_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000001
Vuln IDs
  • V-226085
  • V-26529
Rule IDs
  • SV-226085r794339_rule
  • SV-53013
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Credential validation records events related to validation tests on credentials for a user account logon.
Checks: C-27787r475578_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Account Logon -> Credential Validation - Success

Fix: F-27775r475579_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Account Logon -> "Audit Credential Validation" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Account Logon - Credential Validation failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226086 - SV-226086r794340_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000002
Vuln IDs
  • V-226086
  • V-26530
Rule IDs
  • SV-226086r794340_rule
  • SV-53011
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Credential validation records events related to validation tests on credentials for a user account logon.
Checks: C-27788r475581_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Account Logon -> Credential Validation - Failure

Fix: F-27776r475582_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Account Logon -> "Audit Credential Validation" with "Failure" selected.

b
Windows Server 2012/2012 R2 domain controllers must be configured to audit Account Management - Computer Account Management successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226087 - SV-226087r852064_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000011-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226087
  • V-26531
Rule IDs
  • SV-226087r852064_rule
  • SV-52234
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Computer Account Management records events such as creating, changing, deleting, renaming, disabling, or enabling computer accounts.
Checks: C-27789r475584_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Account Management >> Computer Account Management - Success

Fix: F-27777r475585_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration >> System Audit Policies >> Account Management >> "Audit Computer Account Management" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Account Management - Other Account Management Events successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226088 - SV-226088r852065_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000015
Vuln IDs
  • V-226088
  • V-26533
Rule IDs
  • SV-226088r852065_rule
  • SV-53009
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Other Account Management Events records events such as the access of a password hash or the Password Policy Checking API being called.
Checks: C-27790r475587_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Account Management -> Other Account Management Events - Success

Fix: F-27778r475588_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Account Management -> "Audit Other Account Management Events" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Account Management - Security Group Management successes.
AC-2 - Medium - CCI-000018 - V-226089 - SV-226089r852066_rule
RMF Control
AC-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000018
Version
WN12-AU-000017
Vuln IDs
  • V-226089
  • V-26535
Rule IDs
  • SV-226089r852066_rule
  • SV-53007
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Security Group Management records events such as creating, deleting, or changing security groups, including changes in group members.
Checks: C-27791r475590_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Account Management -> Security Group Management - Success

Fix: F-27779r475591_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Account Management -> "Audit Security Group Management" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Account Management - User Account Management successes.
AC-2 - Medium - CCI-000018 - V-226090 - SV-226090r852067_rule
RMF Control
AC-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000018
Version
WN12-AU-000019
Vuln IDs
  • V-226090
  • V-26537
Rule IDs
  • SV-226090r852067_rule
  • SV-53003
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. User Account Management records events such as creating, changing, deleting, renaming, disabling, or enabling user accounts.
Checks: C-27792r475593_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Account Management -> User Account Management - Success

Fix: F-27780r475594_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Account Management -> "Audit User Account Management" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Account Management - User Account Management failures.
AC-2 - Medium - CCI-000018 - V-226091 - SV-226091r852068_rule
RMF Control
AC-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000018
Version
WN12-AU-000020
Vuln IDs
  • V-226091
  • V-26538
Rule IDs
  • SV-226091r852068_rule
  • SV-53001
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. User Account Management records events such as creating, changing, deleting, renaming, disabling, or enabling user accounts.
Checks: C-27793r475596_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Account Management -> User Account Management - Failure

Fix: F-27781r475597_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Account Management -> "Audit User Account Management" with "Failure" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Detailed Tracking - Process Creation successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226092 - SV-226092r794343_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000023
Vuln IDs
  • V-226092
  • V-26539
Rule IDs
  • SV-226092r794343_rule
  • SV-52999
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Process Creation records events related to the creation of a process and the source.
Checks: C-27794r475599_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Detailed Tracking -> Process Creation - Success

Fix: F-27782r475600_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Detailed Tracking -> "Audit Process Creation" with "Success" selected.

b
Windows Server 2012/2012 R2 must be configured to audit Logon/Logoff - Account Lockout failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226094 - SV-226094r794361_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000031
Vuln IDs
  • V-226094
  • V-78059
Rule IDs
  • SV-226094r794361_rule
  • SV-92769
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Account Lockout events can be used to identify potentially malicious logon attempts.
Checks: C-27796r475605_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open an elevated "Command Prompt" (run as administrator). Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*" Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Logon/Logoff >> Account Lockout - Failure

Fix: F-27784r475606_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration >> System Audit Policies >> Logon/Logoff >> "Audit Account Lockout" with "Failure" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit DS Access - Directory Service Access successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226095 - SV-226095r852069_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000031-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226095
  • V-33663
Rule IDs
  • SV-226095r852069_rule
  • SV-51151
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detecting attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Audit directory service access records events related to users accessing an Active Directory object.
Checks: C-27797r475608_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the Auditpol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. DS Access -> Directory Service Access - Success

Fix: F-27785r794781_fix

Detailed auditing subcategories are configured in Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration. The summary level settings under Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Audit Policy will not be enforced (see V-14230). Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> DS Access -> "Directory Service Access" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit DS Access - Directory Service Access failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226096 - SV-226096r852070_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000032-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226096
  • V-33664
Rule IDs
  • SV-226096r852070_rule
  • SV-51152
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detecting attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Audit directory service access records events related to users accessing an Active Directory object.
Checks: C-27798r475611_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the Auditpol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. DS Access -> Directory Service Access - Failure

Fix: F-27786r794783_fix

Detailed auditing subcategories are configured in Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration. The summary level settings under Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Audit Policy will not be enforced (see V-14230). Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> DS Access -> "Directory Service Access" with "Failure" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit DS Access - Directory Service Changes successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226097 - SV-226097r852071_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000035-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226097
  • V-33665
Rule IDs
  • SV-226097r852071_rule
  • SV-51153
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detecting attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Audit directory service changes records events related to changes made to objects in Active Directory Domain Services.
Checks: C-27799r475614_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the Auditpol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. DS Access -> Directory Service Changes - Success

Fix: F-27787r794785_fix

Detailed auditing subcategories are configured in Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration. The summary level settings under Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Audit Policy will not be enforced (see V-14230). Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> DS Access -> "Directory Service Changes" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Logon/Logoff - Logoff successes.
AC-17 - Medium - CCI-000067 - V-226099 - SV-226099r794279_rule
RMF Control
AC-17
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000067
Version
WN12-AU-000045
Vuln IDs
  • V-226099
  • V-26540
Rule IDs
  • SV-226099r794279_rule
  • SV-52996
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Logoff records user logoffs. If this is an interactive logoff, it is recorded on the local system. If it is to a network share, it is recorded on the system accessed.
Checks: C-27801r475620_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Logon/Logoff -> Logoff - Success

Fix: F-27789r475621_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Logon/Logoff -> "Audit Logoff" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Logon/Logoff - Logon successes.
AC-17 - Medium - CCI-000067 - V-226100 - SV-226100r794280_rule
RMF Control
AC-17
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000067
Version
WN12-AU-000047
Vuln IDs
  • V-226100
  • V-26541
Rule IDs
  • SV-226100r794280_rule
  • SV-52994
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Logon records user logons. If this is an interactive logon, it is recorded on the local system. If it is to a network share, it is recorded on the system accessed.
Checks: C-27802r475623_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Logon/Logoff -> Logon - Success

Fix: F-27790r475624_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Logon/Logoff -> "Audit Logon" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Logon/Logoff - Logon failures.
AC-17 - Medium - CCI-000067 - V-226101 - SV-226101r794281_rule
RMF Control
AC-17
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000067
Version
WN12-AU-000048
Vuln IDs
  • V-226101
  • V-26542
Rule IDs
  • SV-226101r794281_rule
  • SV-52993
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Logon records user logons. If this is an interactive logon, it is recorded on the local system. If it is to a network share, it is recorded on the system accessed.
Checks: C-27803r475626_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Logon/Logoff -> Logon - Failure

Fix: F-27791r475627_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Logon/Logoff -> "Audit Logon" with "Failure" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Logon/Logoff - Special Logon successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226102 - SV-226102r794335_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000053
Vuln IDs
  • V-226102
  • V-26543
Rule IDs
  • SV-226102r794335_rule
  • SV-52987
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Special Logon records special logons which have administrative privileges and can be used to elevate processes.
Checks: C-27804r475629_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Logon/Logoff -> Special Logon - Success

Fix: F-27792r475630_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Logon/Logoff -> "Audit Special Logon" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Object Access - Central Access Policy Staging successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226103 - SV-226103r794362_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000059
Vuln IDs
  • V-226103
  • V-40202
Rule IDs
  • SV-226103r794362_rule
  • SV-52161
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Central Access Policy Staging auditing under Object Access is used to enable the recording of events related to differences in permissions between central access policies and proposed policies.
Checks: C-27805r475632_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Object Access -> Central Policy Staging - Success

Fix: F-27793r475633_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Object Access -> "Audit Central Access Policy Staging" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Object Access - Central Access Policy Staging failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226104 - SV-226104r794363_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000060
Vuln IDs
  • V-226104
  • V-40200
Rule IDs
  • SV-226104r794363_rule
  • SV-52159
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Central Access Policy Staging auditing under Object Access is used to enable the recording of events related to differences in permissions between central access policies and proposed policies.
Checks: C-27806r475635_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Object Access -> Central Policy Staging - Failure

Fix: F-27794r475636_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Object Access -> "Audit Central Access Policy Staging" with "Failure" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Object Access - Removable Storage successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226105 - SV-226105r794364_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000081
Vuln IDs
  • V-226105
  • V-36668
Rule IDs
  • SV-226105r794364_rule
  • SV-51601
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Removable Storage auditing under Object Access records events related to access attempts on file system objects on removable storage devices.
Checks: C-27807r475638_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*" Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Object Access >> Removable Storage - Success Virtual machines or systems that use network attached storage may generate excessive audit events for secondary virtual drives or the network attached storage when this setting is enabled. This may be set to Not Configured in such cases and would not be a finding.

Fix: F-27795r475639_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration >> System Audit Policies >> Object Access >> "Audit Removable Storage" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Object Access - Removable Storage failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226106 - SV-226106r794365_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000082
Vuln IDs
  • V-226106
  • V-36667
Rule IDs
  • SV-226106r794365_rule
  • SV-51604
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Removable Storage auditing under Object Access records events related to access attempts on file system objects on removable storage devices.
Checks: C-27808r475641_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*" Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Object Access >> Removable Storage - Failure Virtual machines or systems that use network attached storage may generate excessive audit events for secondary virtual drives or the network attached storage when this setting is enabled. This may be set to Not Configured in such cases and would not be a finding.

Fix: F-27796r475642_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration >> System Audit Policies >> Object Access >> "Audit Removable Storage" with "Failure" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Policy Change - Audit Policy Change successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226107 - SV-226107r794336_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000085
Vuln IDs
  • V-226107
  • V-26546
Rule IDs
  • SV-226107r794336_rule
  • SV-52983
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Audit Policy Change records events related to changes in audit policy.
Checks: C-27809r475644_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Policy Change -> Audit Policy Change - Success

Fix: F-27797r475645_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Policy Change -> "Audit Audit Policy Change" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Policy Change - Audit Policy Change failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226108 - SV-226108r852073_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000086
Vuln IDs
  • V-226108
  • V-26547
Rule IDs
  • SV-226108r852073_rule
  • SV-52982
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Audit Policy Change records events related to changes in audit policy.
Checks: C-27810r475647_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Policy Change -> Audit Policy Change - Failure

Fix: F-27798r475648_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Policy Change -> "Audit Audit Policy Change" with "Failure" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Policy Change - Authentication Policy Change successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226109 - SV-226109r852074_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000087
Vuln IDs
  • V-226109
  • V-26548
Rule IDs
  • SV-226109r852074_rule
  • SV-52981
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Authentication Policy Change records events related to changes in authentication policy, including Kerberos policy and Trust changes.
Checks: C-27811r475650_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Policy Change -> Authentication Policy Change - Success

Fix: F-27799r475651_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Policy Change -> "Audit Authentication Policy Change" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Policy Change - Authorization Policy Change successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226110 - SV-226110r794366_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000089
Vuln IDs
  • V-226110
  • V-57633
Rule IDs
  • SV-226110r794366_rule
  • SV-72043
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Authorization Policy Change records events related to changes in user rights, such as Create a token object.
Checks: C-27812r475653_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Policy Change -> Authorization Policy Change - Success

Fix: F-27800r475654_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Policy Change -> "Audit Authorization Policy Change" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Privilege Use - Sensitive Privilege Use successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226111 - SV-226111r852075_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000101
Vuln IDs
  • V-226111
  • V-26549
Rule IDs
  • SV-226111r852075_rule
  • SV-52980
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Sensitive Privilege Use records events related to use of sensitive privileges, such as "Act as part of the operating system" or "Debug programs".
Checks: C-27813r475656_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Privilege Use -> Sensitive Privilege Use - Success

Fix: F-27801r475657_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Privilege Use -> "Audit Sensitive Privilege Use" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit Privilege Use - Sensitive Privilege Use failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226112 - SV-226112r852076_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000102
Vuln IDs
  • V-226112
  • V-26550
Rule IDs
  • SV-226112r852076_rule
  • SV-52979
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Sensitive Privilege Use records events related to use of sensitive privileges, such as "Act as part of the operating system" or "Debug programs".
Checks: C-27814r475659_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. Privilege Use -> Sensitive Privilege Use - Failure

Fix: F-27802r475660_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> Privilege Use -> "Audit Sensitive Privilege Use" with "Failure" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit System - IPsec Driver successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226113 - SV-226113r794367_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000103
Vuln IDs
  • V-226113
  • V-26551
Rule IDs
  • SV-226113r794367_rule
  • SV-52978
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. IPsec Driver records events related to the IPSec Driver such as dropped packets.
Checks: C-27815r475662_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. System -> IPsec Driver - Success

Fix: F-27803r475663_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> System -> "Audit IPsec Driver" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit System - IPsec Driver failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226114 - SV-226114r794368_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000104
Vuln IDs
  • V-226114
  • V-26552
Rule IDs
  • SV-226114r794368_rule
  • SV-52977
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. IPsec Driver records events related to the IPsec Driver such as dropped packets.
Checks: C-27816r475665_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. System -> IPsec Driver - Failure

Fix: F-27804r475666_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> System -> "Audit IPsec Driver" with "Failure" selected.

b
Windows Server 2012/2012 R2 must be configured to audit System - Other System Events successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226115 - SV-226115r852077_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000105
Vuln IDs
  • V-226115
  • V-78061
Rule IDs
  • SV-226115r852077_rule
  • SV-92773
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Audit Other System Events records information related to cryptographic key operations and the Windows Firewall service. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203
Checks: C-27817r475668_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open an elevated "Command Prompt" (run as administrator). Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*" Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. System >> Other System Events - Success

Fix: F-27805r475669_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration >> System Audit Policies >> System >> "Audit Other System Events" with "Success" selected.

b
Windows Server 2012/2012 R2 must be configured to audit System - Other System Events failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226116 - SV-226116r852078_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000106
Vuln IDs
  • V-226116
  • V-78063
Rule IDs
  • SV-226116r852078_rule
  • SV-92781
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Audit Other System Events records information related to cryptographic key operations and the Windows Firewall service. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203
Checks: C-27818r475671_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open an elevated "Command Prompt" (run as administrator). Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. System >> Other System Events - Failure

Fix: F-27806r475672_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration >> System Audit Policies >> System >> "Audit Other System Events" with "Failure" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit System - Security State Change successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226117 - SV-226117r852079_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000107
Vuln IDs
  • V-226117
  • V-26553
Rule IDs
  • SV-226117r852079_rule
  • SV-52976
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Security State Change records events related to changes in the security state, such as startup and shutdown of the system.
Checks: C-27819r475674_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. System -> Security State Change - Success

Fix: F-27807r475675_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> System -> "Audit Security State Change" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit System - Security System Extension successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226118 - SV-226118r852080_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000109
Vuln IDs
  • V-226118
  • V-26555
Rule IDs
  • SV-226118r852080_rule
  • SV-52974
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. Security System Extension records events related to extension code being loaded by the security subsystem.
Checks: C-27820r475677_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. System -> Security System Extension - Success

Fix: F-27808r475678_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> System -> "Audit Security System Extension" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit System - System Integrity successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226119 - SV-226119r852081_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000111
Vuln IDs
  • V-226119
  • V-26557
Rule IDs
  • SV-226119r852081_rule
  • SV-52972
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. System Integrity records events related to violations of integrity to the security subsystem.
Checks: C-27821r475680_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. System -> System Integrity - Success

Fix: F-27809r475681_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> System -> "Audit System Integrity" with "Success" selected.

b
The system must be configured to audit System - System Integrity failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226120 - SV-226120r852082_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000112
Vuln IDs
  • V-226120
  • V-26558
Rule IDs
  • SV-226120r852082_rule
  • SV-52971
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. Collecting this data is essential for analyzing the security of information assets and detecting signs of suspicious and unexpected behavior. System Integrity records events related to violations of integrity to the security subsystem.
Checks: C-27822r475683_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (V-14230) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the AuditPol tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: -Open a Command Prompt with elevated privileges ("Run as Administrator"). -Enter "AuditPol /get /category:*". Compare the AuditPol settings with the following. If the system does not audit the following, this is a finding. System -> System Integrity - Failure

Fix: F-27810r475684_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> System Audit Policies -> System -> "Audit System Integrity" with "Failure" selected.

b
Audit data must be reviewed on a regular basis.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226121 - SV-226121r794316_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-AU-000200
Vuln IDs
  • V-226121
  • V-36670
Rule IDs
  • SV-226121r794316_rule
  • SV-51561
To be of value, audit logs from critical systems must be reviewed on a regular basis. Critical systems should be reviewed on a daily basis to identify security breaches and potential weaknesses in the security structure. This can be done with the use of monitoring software or other utilities for this purpose.
Checks: C-27823r475686_chk

Determine whether audit logs are reviewed on a predetermined schedule. If audit logs are not reviewed on a regular basis, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27811r475687_fix

Review audit logs on a predetermined scheduled.

b
Audit data must be retained for at least one year.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226122 - SV-226122r794317_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-AU-000201
Vuln IDs
  • V-226122
  • V-36671
Rule IDs
  • SV-226122r794317_rule
  • SV-51563
Audit records are essential for investigating system activity after the fact. Retention periods for audit data are determined based on the sensitivity of the data handled by the system.
Checks: C-27824r475689_chk

Determine whether audit data is retained for at least one year. If the audit data is not retained for at least a year, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27812r475690_fix

Ensure the audit data is retained for at least a year.

b
Audit records must be backed up onto a different system or media than the system being audited.
AU-4 - Medium - CCI-001851 - V-226123 - SV-226123r877390_rule
RMF Control
AU-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001851
Version
WN12-AU-000203-01
Vuln IDs
  • V-226123
  • V-36672
Rule IDs
  • SV-226123r877390_rule
  • SV-51566
Protection of log data includes assuring the log data is not accidentally lost or deleted. Audit information stored in one location is vulnerable to accidental or incidental deletion or alteration.
Checks: C-27825r475692_chk

Determine if a process to back up log data to a different system or media than the system being audited has been implemented. If it has not, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27813r475693_fix

Establish and implement a process for backing up log data to another system or media other than the system being audited.

b
The operating system must, at a minimum, off-load audit records of interconnected systems in real time and off-load standalone systems weekly.
AU-4 - Medium - CCI-001851 - V-226124 - SV-226124r877390_rule
RMF Control
AU-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001851
Version
WN12-AU-000203-02
Vuln IDs
  • V-226124
  • V-57719
Rule IDs
  • SV-226124r877390_rule
  • SV-72133
Protection of log data includes assuring the log data is not accidentally lost or deleted. Audit information stored in one location is vulnerable to accidental or incidental deletion or alteration.
Checks: C-27826r475695_chk

Verify the operating system, at a minimum, off-loads audit records of interconnected systems in real time and off-loads standalone systems weekly. If it does not, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27814r475696_fix

Configure the operating system to, at a minimum, off-load audit records of interconnected systems in real time and off-load standalone systems weekly.

b
Permissions for the Application event log must prevent access by nonprivileged accounts.
AU-9 - Medium - CCI-000162 - V-226125 - SV-226125r794760_rule
RMF Control
AU-9
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000162
Version
WN12-AU-000204
Vuln IDs
  • V-226125
  • V-36722
Rule IDs
  • SV-226125r794760_rule
  • SV-51569
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. The Application event log may be susceptible to tampering if proper permissions are not applied.
Checks: C-27827r475698_chk

Verify the permissions on the Application event log (Application.evtx). Standard user accounts or groups must not have greater than Read access. The default permissions listed below satisfy this requirement: Eventlog - Full Control SYSTEM - Full Control Administrators - Full Control The default location is the "%SystemRoot%\SYSTEM32\WINEVT\LOGS" directory. They may have been moved to another folder. If the permissions for these files are not as restrictive as the ACLs listed, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27815r794759_fix

Ensure the permissions on the Application event log (Application.evtx) are configured to prevent standard user accounts or groups from having greater than Read access. The default permissions listed below satisfy this requirement: Eventlog - Full Control SYSTEM - Full Control Administrators - Full Control The default location is the "%SystemRoot%\SYSTEM32\WINEVT\LOGS" directory. If the location of the logs has been changed, when adding Eventlog to the permissions, it must be entered as "NT Service\Eventlog".

b
Permissions for the Security event log must prevent access by nonprivileged accounts.
AU-9 - Medium - CCI-000162 - V-226126 - SV-226126r794762_rule
RMF Control
AU-9
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000162
Version
WN12-AU-000205
Vuln IDs
  • V-226126
  • V-36723
Rule IDs
  • SV-226126r794762_rule
  • SV-51571
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. The Security event log may disclose sensitive information or be susceptible to tampering if proper permissions are not applied.
Checks: C-27828r475701_chk

Verify the permissions on the Security event log (Security.evtx). Standard user accounts or groups must not have access. The default permissions listed below satisfy this requirement: Eventlog - Full Control SYSTEM - Full Control Administrators - Full Control The default location is the "%SystemRoot%\SYSTEM32\WINEVT\LOGS" directory. They may have been moved to another folder. If the permissions for these files are not as restrictive as the ACLs listed, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27816r794761_fix

Ensure the permissions on the Security event log (Security.evtx) are configured to prevent standard user accounts or groups from having access. The default permissions listed below satisfy this requirement: Eventlog - Full Control SYSTEM - Full Control Administrators - Full Control The default location is the "%SystemRoot%\SYSTEM32\WINEVT\LOGS" directory. If the location of the logs has been changed, when adding Eventlog to the permissions, it must be entered as "NT Service\Eventlog".

b
Permissions for the System event log must prevent access by nonprivileged accounts.
AU-9 - Medium - CCI-000162 - V-226127 - SV-226127r794764_rule
RMF Control
AU-9
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000162
Version
WN12-AU-000206
Vuln IDs
  • V-226127
  • V-36724
Rule IDs
  • SV-226127r794764_rule
  • SV-51572
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. Audit logs are necessary to provide a trail of evidence in case the system or network is compromised. The System event log may be susceptible to tampering if proper permissions are not applied.
Checks: C-27829r475704_chk

Verify the permissions on the System event log (System.evtx). Standard user accounts or groups must not have greater than Read access. The default permissions listed below satisfy this requirement: Eventlog - Full Control SYSTEM - Full Control Administrators - Full Control The default location is the "%SystemRoot%\SYSTEM32\WINEVT\LOGS" directory. They may have been moved to another folder. If the permissions for these files are not as restrictive as the ACLs listed, this is a finding.

Fix: F-27817r794763_fix

Ensure the permissions on the System event log (System.evtx) are configured to prevent standard user accounts or groups from having greater than Read access. The default permissions listed below satisfy this requirement: Eventlog - Full Control SYSTEM - Full Control Administrators - Full Control The default location is the "%SystemRoot%\SYSTEM32\WINEVT\LOGS" directory. If the location of the logs has been changed, when adding Eventlog to the permissions, it must be entered as "NT Service\Eventlog".

b
Active Directory Group Policy objects must be configured with proper audit settings.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226128 - SV-226128r852085_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000207-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226128
  • V-39325
Rule IDs
  • SV-226128r852085_rule
  • SV-51169
When inappropriate audit settings are configured for directory service database objects, it may be possible for a user or process to update the data without generating any tracking data. The impact of missing audit data is related to the type of object. A failure to capture audit data for objects used by identification, authentication, or authorization functions could degrade or eliminate the ability to track changes to access policy for systems or data. For Active Directory (AD), there are a number of critical object types in the domain naming context of the AD database for which auditing is essential. This includes Group Policy objects. Because changes to these objects can significantly impact access controls or the availability of systems, the absence of auditing data makes it impossible to identify the source of changes that impact the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and systems throughout an AD domain. The lack of proper auditing can result in insufficient forensic evidence needed to investigate an incident and prosecute the intruder. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000471-GPOS-00215
Checks: C-27830r475707_chk

Review the auditing configuration for all Group Policy objects. Open "Group Policy Management". (Available from various menus, or run "gpmc.msc".) Navigate to "Group Policy Objects" in the domain being reviewed (Forest >> Domains >> Domain). For each Group Policy object: Select the Group Policy Object item in the left pane. Select the "Delegation" tab in the right pane. Select the "Advanced" button. Select the "Advanced" button again and then the "Auditing" tab. If the audit settings for any Group Policy object are not at least as inclusive as those below, this is a finding. Type - Fail Principal - Everyone Access - Full Control Applies to - This object and all descendant objects or Descendant groupPolicyContainer objects The three Success types listed below are defaults inherited from the Parent Object. Where Special is listed in the summary screens for Access, detailed Permissions are provided for reference. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Special (Permissions: Write all properties, Modify permissions; Properties: all "Write" type selected) Inherited from - Parent Object Applies to - Descendant groupPolicyContainer objects Two instances with the following summary information will be listed. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - blank (Permissions: none selected; Properties: one instance - Write gPLink, one instance - Write gPOptions) Inherited from - Parent Object Applies to - Descendant Organization Unit Objects

Fix: F-27818r794779_fix

Configure the audit settings for Group Policy objects to include the following. This can be done at the Policy level in Active Directory to apply to all group policies. Open "Active Directory Users and Computers" (available from various menus or run "dsa.msc"). Select "Advanced Features" from the "View" Menu. Navigate to [Domain] >> System >> Policies in the left panel. Right click "Policies", select "Properties". Select the "Security" tab. Select the "Advanced" button. Select the "Auditing" tab. Type - Fail Principal - Everyone Access - Full Control Applies to - This object and all descendant objects or Descendant groupPolicyContainer objects The three Success types listed below are defaults inherited from the Parent Object. Where Special is listed in the summary screens for Access, detailed Permissions are provided for reference. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Special (Permissions: Write all properties, Modify permissions; Properties: all "Write" type selected) Inherited from - Parent Object Applies to - Descendant groupPolicyContainer objects Two instances with the following summary information will be listed. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - blank (Permissions: none selected; Properties: one instance - Write gPLink, one instance - Write gPOptions) Inherited from - Parent Object Applies to - Descendant Organization Unit Objects

b
The Active Directory Domain object must be configured with proper audit settings.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226129 - SV-226129r852086_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000208-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226129
  • V-39326
Rule IDs
  • SV-226129r852086_rule
  • SV-51170
When inappropriate audit settings are configured for directory service database objects, it may be possible for a user or process to update the data without generating any tracking data. The impact of missing audit data is related to the type of object. A failure to capture audit data for objects used by identification, authentication, or authorization functions could degrade or eliminate the ability to track changes to access policy for systems or data. For Active Directory (AD), there are a number of critical object types in the domain naming context of the AD database for which auditing is essential. This includes the Domain object. Because changes to these objects can significantly impact access controls or the availability of systems, the absence of auditing data makes it impossible to identify the source of changes that impact the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and systems throughout an AD domain. The lack of proper auditing can result in insufficient forensic evidence needed to investigate an incident and prosecute the intruder. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000471-GPOS-00215
Checks: C-27831r475710_chk

Verify the auditing configuration for the Domain object. Open "Active Directory Users and Computers". (Available from various menus or run "dsa.msc".) Ensure Advanced Features is selected in the View menu. Select the domain being reviewed in the left pane. Right click the domain name and select Properties. Select the Security tab. Select the Advanced button and then the Auditing tab. If the audit settings on the Domain object are not at least as inclusive as those below, this is a finding. Type - Fail Principal - Everyone Access - Full Control Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only The success types listed below are defaults. Where Special is listed in the summary screens for Access, detailed Permissions are provided for reference, various Properties selections may also exist by default. Two instances with the following summary information will be listed. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - (blank) Inherited from - None Applies to - Special Type - Success Principal - Domain Users Access - All extended rights Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only Type - Success Principal - Administrators Access - All extended rights Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Special Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only (Access - Special = Permissions: Write all properties, Modify permissions, Modify owner)

Fix: F-27819r475711_fix

Configure the audit settings for Domain object to include the following. Type - Fail Principal - Everyone Access - Full Control Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only The success types listed below are defaults. Where Special is listed in the summary screens for Access, detailed Permissions are provided for reference, various Properties selections may also exist by default. Two instances with the following summary information will be listed. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - (blank) Inherited from - None Applies to - Special Type - Success Principal - Domain Users Access - All extended rights Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only Type - Success Principal - Administrators Access - All extended rights Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Special Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only (Access - Special = Permissions: Write all properties, Modify permissions, Modify owner.)

b
The Active Directory Infrastructure object must be configured with proper audit settings.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226130 - SV-226130r852087_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000209-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226130
  • V-39327
Rule IDs
  • SV-226130r852087_rule
  • SV-51171
When inappropriate audit settings are configured for directory service database objects, it may be possible for a user or process to update the data without generating any tracking data. The impact of missing audit data is related to the type of object. A failure to capture audit data for objects used by identification, authentication, or authorization functions could degrade or eliminate the ability to track changes to access policy for systems or data. For Active Directory (AD), there are a number of critical object types in the domain naming context of the AD database for which auditing is essential. This includes the Infrastructure object. Because changes to these objects can significantly impact access controls or the availability of systems, the absence of auditing data makes it impossible to identify the source of changes that impact the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and systems throughout an AD domain. The lack of proper auditing can result in insufficient forensic evidence needed to investigate an incident and prosecute the intruder. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000471-GPOS-00215
Checks: C-27832r475713_chk

Verify the auditing configuration for Infrastructure object. Open "Active Directory Users and Computers". (Available from various menus or run "dsa.msc".) Ensure Advanced Features is selected in the View menu. Select the domain being reviewed in the left pane. Right click the Infrastructure object in the right pane and select Properties. Select the Security tab. Select the Advanced button and then the Auditing tab. If the audit settings on the Infrastructure object are not at least as inclusive as those below, this is a finding. Type - Fail Principal - Everyone Access - Full Control Inherited from - None The success types listed below are defaults. Where Special is listed in the summary screens for Access, detailed Permissions are provided for reference, various Properties selections may also exist by default. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Special Inherited from - None (Access - Special = Permissions: Write all properties, All extended rights, Change infrastructure master) Two instances with the following summary information will be listed. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - (blank) Inherited from - (CN of domain)

Fix: F-27820r475714_fix

Configure the audit settings for Infrastructure object to include the following. Type - Fail Principal - Everyone Access - Full Control Inherited from - None The success types listed below are defaults. Where Special is listed in the summary screens for Access, detailed Permissions are provided for reference, various Properties selections may also exist by default. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Special Inherited from - None (Access - Special = Permissions: Write all properties, All extended rights, Change infrastructure master) Two instances with the following summary information will be listed. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - (blank) Inherited from - (CN of domain)

b
The Active Directory Domain Controllers Organizational Unit (OU) object must be configured with proper audit settings.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226131 - SV-226131r852088_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000210-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226131
  • V-39328
Rule IDs
  • SV-226131r852088_rule
  • SV-51172
When inappropriate audit settings are configured for directory service database objects, it may be possible for a user or process to update the data without generating any tracking data. The impact of missing audit data is related to the type of object. A failure to capture audit data for objects used by identification, authentication, or authorization functions could degrade or eliminate the ability to track changes to access policy for systems or data. For Active Directory (AD), there are a number of critical object types in the domain naming context of the AD database for which auditing is essential. This includes the Domain Controller OU object. Because changes to these objects can significantly impact access controls or the availability of systems, the absence of auditing data makes it impossible to identify the source of changes that impact the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and systems throughout an AD domain. The lack of proper auditing can result in insufficient forensic evidence needed to investigate an incident and prosecute the intruder. Satisifes: SRG-OS-000471-GPOS-00215
Checks: C-27833r475716_chk

Verify the auditing configuration for the Domain Controller OU object. Open "Active Directory Users and Computers". (Available from various menus or run "dsa.msc".) Ensure Advanced Features is selected in the View menu. Select the Domain Controllers OU under the domain being reviewed in the left pane. Right click the Domain Controllers OU object and select Properties. Select the Security tab. Select the Advanced button and then the Auditing tab. If the audit settings on the Domain Controllers OU object are not at least as inclusive as those below, this is a finding. Type - Fail Principal - Everyone Access - Full Control Inherited from - None Applies to - This object and all descendant objects The success types listed below are defaults. Where Special is listed in the summary screens for Access, detailed Permissions are provided for reference, various Properties selections may also exist by default. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Special Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only (Access - Special = Permissions: all create, delete and modify permissions) Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Write all properties Inherited from - None Applies to - This object and all descendant objects Two instances with the following summary information will be listed. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - (blank) Inherited from - (CN of domain) Applies to - Descendant Organizational Unit objects

Fix: F-27821r475717_fix

Configure the audit settings for Domain Controllers OU object to include the following. Type - Fail Principal - Everyone Access - Full Control Inherited from - None The success types listed below are defaults. Where Special is listed in the summary screens for Access, detailed Permissions are provided for reference, various Properties selections may also exist by default. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Special Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only (Access - Special = Permissions: all create, delete and modify permissions) Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Write all properties Inherited from - None Applies to - This object and all descendant objects Two instances with the following summary information will be listed. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - (blank) Inherited from - (CN of domain) Applies to - Descendant Organizational Unit objects

b
The Active Directory AdminSDHolder object must be configured with proper audit settings.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226132 - SV-226132r852089_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000211-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226132
  • V-39329
Rule IDs
  • SV-226132r852089_rule
  • SV-51173
When inappropriate audit settings are configured for directory service database objects, it may be possible for a user or process to update the data without generating any tracking data. The impact of missing audit data is related to the type of object. A failure to capture audit data for objects used by identification, authentication, or authorization functions could degrade or eliminate the ability to track changes to access policy for systems or data. For Active Directory (AD), there are a number of critical object types in the domain naming context of the AD database for which auditing is essential. This includes the AdminSDHolder object. Because changes to these objects can significantly impact access controls or the availability of systems, the absence of auditing data makes it impossible to identify the source of changes that impact the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and systems throughout an AD domain. The lack of proper auditing can result in insufficient forensic evidence needed to investigate an incident and prosecute the intruder. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000471-GPOS-00215
Checks: C-27834r475719_chk

Verify the auditing configuration for the AdminSDHolder object. Open "Active Directory Users and Computers". (Available from various menus or run "dsa.msc".) Ensure Advanced Features is selected in the View menu. Select System under the domain being reviewed in the left pane. Right click the AdminSDHolder object in the right pane and select Properties. Select the Security tab. Select the Advanced button and then the Auditing tab. If the audit settings on the AdminSDHolder object are not at least as inclusive as those below, this is a finding. Type - Fail Principal - Everyone Access - Full Control Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only The success types listed below are defaults. Where Special is listed in the summary screens for Access, detailed Permissions are provided for reference, various Properties selections may also exist by default. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Special Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only (Access - Special = Write all properties, Modify permissions, Modify owner) Two instances with the following summary information will be listed. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - (blank) Inherited from - (CN of domain) Applies to - Descendant Organizational Unit objects

Fix: F-27822r475720_fix

Configure the audit settings for AdminSDHolder object to include the following. Type - Fail Principal - Everyone Access - Full Control Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only The success types listed below are defaults. Where Special is listed in the summary screens for Access, detailed Permissions are provided for reference, various Properties selections may also exist by default. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Special Inherited from - None Applies to - This object only (Access - Special = Write all properties, Modify permissions, Modify owner) Two instances with the following summary information will be listed. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - (blank) Inherited from - (CN of domain) Applies to - Descendant Organizational Unit objects

b
The Active Directory RID Manager$ object must be configured with proper audit settings.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-226133 - SV-226133r852090_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN12-AU-000212-DC
Vuln IDs
  • V-226133
  • V-39330
Rule IDs
  • SV-226133r852090_rule
  • SV-51174
When inappropriate audit settings are configured for directory service database objects, it may be possible for a user or process to update the data without generating any tracking data. The impact of missing audit data is related to the type of object. A failure to capture audit data for objects used by identification, authentication, or authorization functions could degrade or eliminate the ability to track changes to access policy for systems or data. For Active Directory (AD), there are a number of critical object types in the domain naming context of the AD database for which auditing is essential. This includes the RID Manager$ object. Because changes to these objects can significantly impact access controls or the availability of systems, the absence of auditing data makes it impossible to identify the source of changes that impact the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and systems throughout an AD domain. The lack of proper auditing can result in insufficient forensic evidence needed to investigate an incident and prosecute the intruder. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000471-GPOS-00215
Checks: C-27835r475722_chk

Verify the auditing configuration for the RID Manager$ object. Open "Active Directory Users and Computers". (Available from various menus or run "dsa.msc".) Ensure Advanced Features is selected in the View menu. Select System under the domain being reviewed in the left pane. Right-click the RID Manager$ object in the right pane and select Properties. Select the Security tab. Select the Advanced button and then the Auditing tab. If the audit settings on the RID Manager$ object are not at least as inclusive as those below, this is a finding. Type - Fail Principal - Everyone Access - Full Control Inherited from - None The success types listed below are defaults. Where Special is listed in the summary screens for Access, detailed Permissions are provided for reference, various Properties selections may also exist by default. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Special Inherited from - None (Access - Special = Write all properties, All extended rights, Change RID master) Two instances with the following summary information will be listed. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - (blank) Inherited from - (CN of domain)

Fix: F-27823r475723_fix

Configure the audit settings for RID Manager$ object to include the following. Type - Fail Principal - Everyone Access - Full Control Inherited from - None The success types listed below are defaults. Where Special is listed in the summary screens for Access, detailed Permissions are provided for reference, various Properties selections may also exist by default. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - Special Inherited from - None (Access - Special = Write all properties, All extended rights, Change RID master) Two instances with the following summary information will be listed. Type - Success Principal - Everyone Access - (blank) Inherited from - (CN of domain)

b
Event Viewer must be protected from unauthorized modification and deletion.
AU-9 - Medium - CCI-001494 - V-226134 - SV-226134r794458_rule
RMF Control
AU-9
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001494
Version
WN12-AU-000213
Vuln IDs
  • V-226134
  • V-57721
Rule IDs
  • SV-226134r794458_rule
  • SV-72135
Protecting audit information also includes identifying and protecting the tools used to view and manipulate log data. Therefore, protecting audit tools is necessary to prevent unauthorized operation on audit information. Operating systems providing tools to interface with audit information will leverage user permissions and roles identifying the user accessing the tools and the corresponding rights the user enjoys in order to make access decisions regarding the modification or deletion of audit tools.
Checks: C-27836r475725_chk

Verify the permissions on Event Viewer only allow TrustedInstaller permissions to change or modify. If any groups or accounts other than TrustedInstaller have Full control or Modify, this is a finding. Navigate to "%SystemRoot%\SYSTEM32". View the permissions on "Eventvwr.exe". The default permissions below satisfy this requirement. TrustedInstaller - Full Control Administrators, SYSTEM, Users, ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read & Execute

Fix: F-27824r475726_fix

Ensure only TrustedInstaller has permissions to change or modify Event Viewer ("%SystemRoot%\SYSTEM32\Eventvwr.exe). The default permissions below satisfy this requirement. TrustedInstaller - Full Control Administrators, SYSTEM, Users, ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read & Execute

b
The Mapper I/O network protocol (LLTDIO) driver must be disabled.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226135 - SV-226135r794411_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000001
Vuln IDs
  • V-226135
  • V-15696
Rule IDs
  • SV-226135r794411_rule
  • SV-53072
The Mapper I/O network protocol (LLTDIO) driver allows the discovery of the connected network and allows various options to be enabled. Disabling this helps protect the system from potentially discovering and connecting to unauthorized devices.
Checks: C-27837r475728_chk

If the following registry values do not exist or are not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\LLTD\ Value Name: AllowLLTDIOOndomain Value Name: AllowLLTDIOOnPublicNet Value Name: EnableLLTDIO Value Name: ProhibitLLTDIOOnPrivateNet Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27825r475729_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Network -> Link-Layer Topology Discovery -> "Turn on Mapper I/O (LLTDIO) driver" to "Disabled".

b
The Responder network protocol driver must be disabled.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226136 - SV-226136r794412_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000002
Vuln IDs
  • V-226136
  • V-15697
Rule IDs
  • SV-226136r794412_rule
  • SV-53081
The Responder network protocol driver allows a computer to be discovered and located on a network. Disabling this helps protect the system from potentially being discovered and connected to by unauthorized devices.
Checks: C-27838r475731_chk

If the following registry values do not exist or are not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\LLTD\ Value Name: AllowRspndrOndomain Value Name: AllowRspndrOnPublicNet Value Name: EnableRspndr Value Name: ProhibitRspndrOnPrivateNet Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27826r475732_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Network -> Link-Layer Topology Discovery -> "Turn on Responder (RSPNDR) driver" to "Disabled".

b
Windows Peer-to-Peer networking services must be turned off.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226137 - SV-226137r794413_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000003
Vuln IDs
  • V-226137
  • V-15666
Rule IDs
  • SV-226137r794413_rule
  • SV-53012
Peer-to-Peer applications can allow unauthorized access to a system and exposure of sensitive data. This setting will turn off the Microsoft Peer-to-Peer Networking Service.
Checks: C-27839r475734_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Peernet\ Value Name: Disabled Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27827r475735_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Network -> Microsoft Peer-to-Peer Networking Services -> "Turn off Microsoft Peer-to-Peer Networking Services" to "Enabled".

b
Network Bridges must be prohibited in Windows.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226138 - SV-226138r794414_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000004
Vuln IDs
  • V-226138
  • V-15667
Rule IDs
  • SV-226138r794414_rule
  • SV-53014
A Network Bridge can connect two or more network segments, allowing unauthorized access or exposure of sensitive data. This setting prevents a Network Bridge from being installed and configured.
Checks: C-27840r475737_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Network Connections\ Value Name: NC_AllowNetBridge_NLA Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27828r475738_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Network -> Network Connections -> "Prohibit installation and configuration of Network Bridge on your DNS domain network" to "Enabled".

a
Domain users must be required to elevate when setting a networks location.
SC-3 - Low - CCI-001084 - V-226139 - SV-226139r794452_rule
RMF Control
SC-3
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-001084
Version
WN12-CC-000005
Vuln IDs
  • V-226139
  • V-21960
Rule IDs
  • SV-226139r794452_rule
  • SV-53182
Selecting an incorrect network location may allow greater exposure of a system. Elevation is required by default on nondomain systems to change network location. This setting configures elevation to also be required on domain-joined systems.
Checks: C-27841r475740_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Network Connections\ Value Name: NC_StdDomainUserSetLocation Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27829r475741_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Network -> Network Connections -> "Require domain users to elevate when setting a network's location" to "Enabled".

a
All Direct Access traffic must be routed through the internal network.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226140 - SV-226140r794494_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000006
Vuln IDs
  • V-226140
  • V-21961
Rule IDs
  • SV-226140r794494_rule
  • SV-53183
Routing all Direct Access traffic through the internal network allows monitoring and prevents split tunneling.
Checks: C-27842r475743_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\TCPIP\v6Transition\ Value Name: Force_Tunneling Type: REG_SZ Value: Enabled

Fix: F-27830r475744_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Network -> Network Connections -> "Route all traffic through the internal network" to "Enabled: Enabled State".

a
IP stateless autoconfiguration limits state must be enabled.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226145 - SV-226145r794495_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000011
Vuln IDs
  • V-226145
  • V-36673
Rule IDs
  • SV-226145r794495_rule
  • SV-51605
IP stateless autoconfiguration could configure routes that circumvent preferred routes if not limited.
Checks: C-27847r475758_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \System\CurrentControlSet\Services\Tcpip\Parameters\ Value Name: EnableIPAutoConfigurationLimits Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27835r475759_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Network -> TCPIP Settings -> Parameters -> "Set IP Stateless Autoconfiguration Limits State" to "Enabled".

b
The configuration of wireless devices using Windows Connect Now must be disabled.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226146 - SV-226146r794417_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000012
Vuln IDs
  • V-226146
  • V-15698
Rule IDs
  • SV-226146r794417_rule
  • SV-53085
Windows Connect Now allows the discovery and configuration of devices over wireless. Wireless devices must be managed. If a rogue device is connected to a system, there is potential for sensitive information to be compromised.
Checks: C-27848r475761_chk

If the following registry values do not exist or are not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WCN\Registrars\ Value Name: DisableFlashConfigRegistrar Value Name: DisableInBand802DOT11Registrar Value Name: DisableUPnPRegistrar Value Name: DisableWPDRegistrar Value Name: EnableRegistrars Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27836r475762_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Network -> Windows Connect Now -> "Configuration of wireless settings using Windows Connect Now" to "Disabled".

b
The Windows Connect Now wizards must be disabled.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226147 - SV-226147r794418_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000013
Vuln IDs
  • V-226147
  • V-15699
Rule IDs
  • SV-226147r794418_rule
  • SV-53089
Windows Connect Now provides wizards for tasks such as "Set up a wireless router or access point" and must not be available to users. Functions such as these may allow unauthorized connections to a system and the potential for sensitive information to be compromised.
Checks: C-27849r475764_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WCN\UI\ Value Name: DisableWcnUi Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27837r475765_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Network -> Windows Connect Now -> "Prohibit access of the Windows Connect Now wizards" to "Enabled".

a
Windows Update must be prevented from searching for point and print drivers.
CM-11 - Low - CCI-001812 - V-226148 - SV-226148r852091_rule
RMF Control
CM-11
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-001812
Version
WN12-CC-000016
Vuln IDs
  • V-226148
  • V-21963
Rule IDs
  • SV-226148r852091_rule
  • SV-53184
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting will prevent Windows from searching Windows Update for point and print drivers. Only the local driver store and server driver cache will be searched.
Checks: C-27850r475767_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Printers\ Value Name: DoNotInstallCompatibleDriverFromWindowsUpdate Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27838r475768_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Printers -> "Extend Point and Print connection to search Windows Update" to "Disabled".

a
Optional component installation and component repair must be prevented from using Windows Update.
CM-11 - Low - CCI-001812 - V-226149 - SV-226149r852092_rule
RMF Control
CM-11
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-001812
Version
WN12-CC-000018
Vuln IDs
  • V-226149
  • V-36677
Rule IDs
  • SV-226149r852092_rule
  • SV-51606
Uncontrolled system updates can introduce issues to a system. Obtaining update components from an outside source may also potentially provide sensitive information outside of the enterprise. Optional component installation or repair must be obtained from an internal source.
Checks: C-27851r475770_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Servicing\ Value Name: UseWindowsUpdate Type: REG_DWORD Value: 2

Fix: F-27839r475771_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> "Specify settings for optional component installation and component repair" to "Enabled" and with "Never attempt to download payload from Windows Update" selected.

b
Remote access to the Plug and Play interface must be disabled for device installation.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226150 - SV-226150r794419_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000019
Vuln IDs
  • V-226150
  • V-15700
Rule IDs
  • SV-226150r794419_rule
  • SV-53094
Remote access to the Plug and Play interface could potentially allow connections by unauthorized devices. This setting configures remote access to the Plug and Play interface and must be disabled.
Checks: C-27852r475773_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DeviceInstall\Settings\ Value Name: AllowRemoteRPC Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27840r475774_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Device Installation -> "Allow remote access to the Plug and Play interface" to "Disabled".

a
An Error Report must not be sent when a generic device driver is installed.
CM-7 - Low - CCI-000381 - V-226151 - SV-226151r794420_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000020
Vuln IDs
  • V-226151
  • V-15702
Rule IDs
  • SV-226151r794420_rule
  • SV-53105
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting prevents an error report from being sent when a generic device driver is installed.
Checks: C-27853r475776_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DeviceInstall\Settings\ Value Name: DisableSendGenericDriverNotFoundToWER Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27841r475777_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Device Installation -> "Do not send a Windows error report when a generic driver is installed on a device" to "Enabled".

a
A system restore point must be created when a new device driver is installed.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226152 - SV-226152r794496_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000021
Vuln IDs
  • V-226152
  • V-15701
Rule IDs
  • SV-226152r794496_rule
  • SV-53099
A system restore point allows a rollback if an issue is encountered when a new device driver is installed.
Checks: C-27854r475779_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DeviceInstall\Settings\ Value Name: DisableSystemRestore Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27842r475780_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Device Installation -> "Prevent creation of a system restore point during device activity that would normally prompt creation of a restore point" to "Disabled".

a
Device metadata retrieval from the Internet must be prevented.
CM-7 - Low - CCI-000381 - V-226153 - SV-226153r794421_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000022
Vuln IDs
  • V-226153
  • V-21964
Rule IDs
  • SV-226153r794421_rule
  • SV-53185
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting will prevent Windows from retrieving device metadata from the Internet.
Checks: C-27855r475782_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Device Metadata\ Value Name: PreventDeviceMetadataFromNetwork Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27843r475783_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> System >> Device Installation >> "Prevent device metadata retrieval from the Internet" to "Enabled".

a
Windows must be prevented from sending an error report when a device driver requests additional software during installation.
CM-7 - Low - CCI-000381 - V-226154 - SV-226154r794422_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000023
Vuln IDs
  • V-226154
  • V-28504
Rule IDs
  • SV-226154r794422_rule
  • SV-52962
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting will prevent Windows from sending an error report to Microsoft when a device driver requests additional software during installation.
Checks: C-27856r475785_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DeviceInstall\Settings\ Value Name: DisableSendRequestAdditionalSoftwareToWER Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27844r475786_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Device Installation -> "Prevent Windows from sending an error report when a device driver requests additional software during installation" to "Enabled".

a
Device driver searches using Windows Update must be prevented.
CM-11 - Low - CCI-001812 - V-226155 - SV-226155r852093_rule
RMF Control
CM-11
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-001812
Version
WN12-CC-000024
Vuln IDs
  • V-226155
  • V-21965
Rule IDs
  • SV-226155r852093_rule
  • SV-53186
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting will prevent the system from searching Windows Update for device drivers.
Checks: C-27857r475788_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DriverSearching\ Value Name: SearchOrderConfig Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27845r475789_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Device Installation -> "Specify search order for device driver source locations" to "Enabled: Do not search Windows Update".

a
Device driver updates must only search managed servers, not Windows Update.
CM-11 - Low - CCI-001812 - V-226156 - SV-226156r852094_rule
RMF Control
CM-11
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-001812
Version
WN12-CC-000025
Vuln IDs
  • V-226156
  • V-36678
Rule IDs
  • SV-226156r852094_rule
  • SV-51607
Uncontrolled system updates can introduce issues to a system. Obtaining update components from an outside source may also potentially provide sensitive information outside of the enterprise. Device driver updates must be obtained from an internal source.
Checks: C-27858r475791_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DriverSearching\ Value Name: DriverServerSelection Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27846r475792_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Device Installation -> "Specify the search server for device driver updates" to "Enabled" with "Search Managed Server" selected.

a
Users must not be prompted to search Windows Update for device drivers.
CM-11 - Low - CCI-001812 - V-226157 - SV-226157r852095_rule
RMF Control
CM-11
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-001812
Version
WN12-CC-000026
Vuln IDs
  • V-226157
  • V-15703
Rule IDs
  • SV-226157r852095_rule
  • SV-53115
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting prevents users from being prompted to search Windows Update for device drivers.
Checks: C-27859r475794_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DriverSearching\ Value Name: DontPromptForWindowsUpdate Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27847r475795_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Driver Installation -> "Turn off Windows Update device driver search prompt" to "Enabled".

b
Early Launch Antimalware, Boot-Start Driver Initialization Policy must be enabled and configured to only Good and Unknown.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226158 - SV-226158r794497_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000027
Vuln IDs
  • V-226158
  • V-36679
Rule IDs
  • SV-226158r794497_rule
  • SV-51608
Compromised boot drivers can introduce malware prior to some protection mechanisms that load after initialization. The Early Launch Antimalware driver can limit allowed drivers based on classifications determined by the malware protection application. At a minimum, drivers determined to be bad must not be allowed.
Checks: C-27860r475797_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \System\CurrentControlSet\Policies\EarlyLaunch\ Value Name: DriverLoadPolicy Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27848r475798_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Early Launch Antimalware -> "Boot-Start Driver Initialization Policy" to "Enabled" with "Good and Unknown" selected.

b
Group Policy objects must be reprocessed even if they have not changed.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226159 - SV-226159r794498_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000028
Vuln IDs
  • V-226159
  • V-4448
Rule IDs
  • SV-226159r794498_rule
  • SV-52933
Enabling this setting and then selecting the "Process even if the Group Policy objects have not changed" option ensures that the policies will be reprocessed even if none have been changed. This way, any unauthorized changes are forced to match the domain-based group policy settings again.
Checks: C-27861r475800_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Group Policy\{35378EAC-683F-11D2-A89A-00C04FBBCFA2}\ Value Name: NoGPOListChanges Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27849r475801_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Group Policy -> "Configure registry policy processing" to "Enabled" and select the option "Process even if the Group Policy objects have not changed".

b
Group Policies must be refreshed in the background if the user is logged on.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226160 - SV-226160r794499_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000029
Vuln IDs
  • V-226160
  • V-3469
Rule IDs
  • SV-226160r794499_rule
  • SV-52906
If this setting is enabled, then Group Policy settings are not refreshed while a user is currently logged on. This could lead to instances when a user does not have the latest changes to a policy applied and is therefore operating in an insecure context.
Checks: C-27862r475803_chk

Review the registry. If the following registry value does not exist, this is not a finding (this is the expected result from configuring the policy as outlined in the Fix section.): If the following registry value exists but is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\system\ Value Name: DisableBkGndGroupPolicy Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27850r475804_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Group Policy -> "Turn off background refresh of Group Policy" to "Disabled".

b
Access to the Windows Store must be turned off.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226161 - SV-226161r794423_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000030
Vuln IDs
  • V-226161
  • V-36680
Rule IDs
  • SV-226161r794423_rule
  • SV-51609
Uncontrolled installation of applications can introduce various issues, including system instability, and allow access to sensitive information. Installation of applications must be controlled by the enterprise. Turning off access to the Windows Store will limit access to publicly available applications.
Checks: C-27863r475806_chk

The Windows Store is not installed by default. If the \Windows\WinStore directory does not exist, this is NA. If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer\ Value Name: NoUseStoreOpenWith Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27851r475807_fix

If the \Windows\WinStore directory exists, configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> System >> Internet Communication Management >> Internet Communication settings >> "Turn off access to the Store" to "Enabled". Alternately, uninstall the "Desktop Experience" feature from Windows 2012. This is located under "User Interfaces and Infrastructure" in the "Add Roles and Features Wizard". The \Windows\WinStore directory may need to be manually deleted after this.

b
Downloading print driver packages over HTTP must be prevented.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226162 - SV-226162r794424_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000032
Vuln IDs
  • V-226162
  • V-14260
Rule IDs
  • SV-226162r794424_rule
  • SV-52998
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting prevents the computer from downloading print driver packages over HTTP.
Checks: C-27864r475809_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Printers\ Value Name: DisableWebPnPDownload Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27852r475810_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Internet Communication Management -> Internet Communication settings -> "Turn off downloading of print drivers over HTTP" to "Enabled".

a
Event Viewer Events.asp links must be turned off.
CM-7 - Low - CCI-000381 - V-226163 - SV-226163r794425_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000033
Vuln IDs
  • V-226163
  • V-15672
Rule IDs
  • SV-226163r794425_rule
  • SV-53017
Viewing events is a function of administrators, who must not access the internet with privileged accounts. This setting will disable Events.asp hyperlinks in Event Viewer to prevent links to the internet from within events.
Checks: C-27865r475812_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\EventViewer\ Value Name: MicrosoftEventVwrDisableLinks Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27853r475813_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Internet Communication Management -> Internet Communication settings -> "Turn off Event Viewer "Events.asp" links" to "Enabled".

a
Errors in handwriting recognition on tablet PCs must not be reported to Microsoft.
CM-7 - Low - CCI-000381 - V-226164 - SV-226164r794426_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000035
Vuln IDs
  • V-226164
  • V-15704
Rule IDs
  • SV-226164r794426_rule
  • SV-53116
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting prevents errors in handwriting recognition on tablet PCs from being reported to Microsoft.
Checks: C-27866r475815_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\HandwritingErrorReports\ Value Name: PreventHandwritingErrorReports Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27854r475816_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Internet Communication Management -> Internet Communication settings -> "Turn off handwriting recognition error reporting" to "Enabled".

b
The Internet File Association service must be turned off.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226165 - SV-226165r794427_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000038
Vuln IDs
  • V-226165
  • V-15674
Rule IDs
  • SV-226165r794427_rule
  • SV-53021
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting prevents unhandled file associations from using the Microsoft Web service to find an application.
Checks: C-27867r475818_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer\ Value Name: NoInternetOpenWith Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27855r475819_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Internet Communication Management -> Internet Communication settings -> "Turn off Internet File Association service" to "Enabled".

b
Printing over HTTP must be prevented.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226166 - SV-226166r794428_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000039
Vuln IDs
  • V-226166
  • V-14259
Rule IDs
  • SV-226166r794428_rule
  • SV-52997
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting prevents the client computer from printing over HTTP, which allows the computer to print to printers on the intranet as well as the Internet.
Checks: C-27868r475821_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Printers\ Value Name: DisableHTTPPrinting Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27856r475822_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Internet Communication Management -> Internet Communication settings -> "Turn off printing over HTTP" to "Enabled".

b
The Windows Customer Experience Improvement Program must be disabled.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226167 - SV-226167r794429_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000045
Vuln IDs
  • V-226167
  • V-16020
Rule IDs
  • SV-226167r794429_rule
  • SV-53143
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting ensures the Windows Customer Experience Improvement Program is disabled so information is not passed to the vendor.
Checks: C-27869r475824_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\SQMClient\Windows\ Value Name: CEIPEnable Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27857r475825_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Internet Communication Management -> Internet Communication Settings -> "Turn off Windows Customer Experience Improvement Program" to "Enabled".

b
Windows must be prevented from using Windows Update to search for drivers.
CM-11 - Medium - CCI-001812 - V-226168 - SV-226168r852096_rule
RMF Control
CM-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001812
Version
WN12-CC-000047
Vuln IDs
  • V-226168
  • V-14261
Rule IDs
  • SV-226168r852096_rule
  • SV-53000
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting prevents Windows from searching Windows Update for device drivers when no local drivers for a device are present.
Checks: C-27870r475827_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DriverSearching\ Value Name: DontSearchWindowsUpdate Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27858r475828_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Internet Communication Management -> Internet Communication settings -> "Turn off Windows Update device driver searching" to "Enabled".

b
Copying of user input methods to the system account for sign-in must be prevented.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226169 - SV-226169r794430_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000048
Vuln IDs
  • V-226169
  • V-36681
Rule IDs
  • SV-226169r794430_rule
  • SV-51610
Allowing different input methods for sign-in could open different avenues of attack. User input methods must be restricted to those enabled for the system account at sign-in.
Checks: C-27871r475830_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Control Panel\International\ Value Name: BlockUserInputMethodsForSignIn Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27859r475831_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Locale Services -> "Disallow copying of user input methods to the system account for sign-in" to "Enabled".

b
Local users on domain-joined computers must not be enumerated.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226170 - SV-226170r794431_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000051
Vuln IDs
  • V-226170
  • V-36684
Rule IDs
  • SV-226170r794431_rule
  • SV-51611
The username is one part of logon credentials that could be used to gain access to a system. Preventing the enumeration of users limits this information to authorized personnel.
Checks: C-27872r475833_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\System\ Value Name: EnumerateLocalUsers Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27860r475834_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Logon -> "Enumerate local users on domain-joined computers" to "Disabled".

b
App notifications on the lock screen must be turned off.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226171 - SV-226171r794432_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000052
Vuln IDs
  • V-226171
  • V-36687
Rule IDs
  • SV-226171r794432_rule
  • SV-51612
App notifications that are displayed on the lock screen could display sensitive information to unauthorized personnel. Turning off this feature will limit access to the information to a logged on user.
Checks: C-27873r475836_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\System\ Value Name: DisableLockScreenAppNotifications Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27861r475837_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Logon -> "Turn off app notifications on the lock screen" to "Enabled".

b
Users must be prompted to authenticate on resume from sleep (on battery).
IA-11 - Medium - CCI-002038 - V-226172 - SV-226172r852097_rule
RMF Control
IA-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002038
Version
WN12-CC-000054
Vuln IDs
  • V-226172
  • V-15705
Rule IDs
  • SV-226172r852097_rule
  • SV-53131
Authentication must always be required when accessing a system. This setting ensures the user is prompted for a password on resume from sleep (on battery).
Checks: C-27874r475839_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Power\PowerSettings\0e796bdb-100d-47d6-a2d5-f7d2daa51f51\ Value Name: DCSettingIndex Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27862r475840_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Power Management -> Sleep Settings -> "Require a password when a computer wakes (on battery)" to "Enabled".

b
The user must be prompted to authenticate on resume from sleep (plugged in).
IA-11 - Medium - CCI-002038 - V-226173 - SV-226173r852098_rule
RMF Control
IA-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002038
Version
WN12-CC-000055
Vuln IDs
  • V-226173
  • V-15706
Rule IDs
  • SV-226173r852098_rule
  • SV-53132
Authentication must always be required when accessing a system. This setting ensures the user is prompted for a password on resume from sleep (plugged in).
Checks: C-27875r475842_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Power\PowerSettings\0e796bdb-100d-47d6-a2d5-f7d2daa51f51\ Value Name: ACSettingIndex Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27863r475843_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Power Management -> Sleep Settings -> "Require a password when a computer wakes (plugged in)" to "Enabled".

b
The system must be configured to prevent unsolicited remote assistance offers.
SC-4 - Medium - CCI-001090 - V-226174 - SV-226174r794454_rule
RMF Control
SC-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001090
Version
WN12-CC-000058
Vuln IDs
  • V-226174
  • V-3470
Rule IDs
  • SV-226174r794454_rule
  • SV-52917
Remote assistance allows another user to view or take control of the local session of a user. Unsolicited remote assistance is help that is offered by the remote user. This may allow unauthorized parties access to the resources on the computer.
Checks: C-27876r475845_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services\ Value Name: fAllowUnsolicited Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27864r475846_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Remote Assistance -> "Configure Offer Remote Assistance" to "Disabled".

c
Solicited Remote Assistance must not be allowed.
SC-4 - High - CCI-001090 - V-226175 - SV-226175r794455_rule
RMF Control
SC-4
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-001090
Version
WN12-CC-000059
Vuln IDs
  • V-226175
  • V-3343
Rule IDs
  • SV-226175r794455_rule
  • SV-52885
Remote assistance allows another user to view or take control of the local session of a user. Solicited assistance is help that is specifically requested by the local user. This may allow unauthorized parties access to the resources on the computer.
Checks: C-27877r475848_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services\ Value Name: fAllowToGetHelp Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27865r475849_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Remote Assistance -> "Configure Solicited Remote Assistance" to "Disabled".

a
Remote Assistance log files must be generated.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226176 - SV-226176r794500_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000062
Vuln IDs
  • V-226176
  • V-15707
Rule IDs
  • SV-226176r794500_rule
  • SV-53133
Maintaining an audit trail of system activity logs can help identify configuration errors, troubleshoot service disruptions, and analyze compromises that have occurred, as well as detect attacks. This setting will turn on session logging for Remote Assistance connections.
Checks: C-27878r475851_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services\ Value Name: LoggingEnabled Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27866r475852_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Remote Assistance -> "Turn on session logging" to "Enabled".

a
The detection of compatibility issues for applications and drivers must be turned off.
CM-7 - Low - CCI-000381 - V-226177 - SV-226177r794433_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000065
Vuln IDs
  • V-226177
  • V-36696
Rule IDs
  • SV-226177r794433_rule
  • SV-51737
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this feature will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system.
Checks: C-27879r475854_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\AppCompat\ Value Name: DisablePcaUI Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27867r475855_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Troubleshooting and Diagnostics -> Application Compatibility Diagnostics -> "Detect compatibility issues for applications and drivers" to "Disabled".

a
Microsoft Support Diagnostic Tool (MSDT) interactive communication with Microsoft must be prevented.
CM-7 - Low - CCI-000381 - V-226178 - SV-226178r794434_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000066
Vuln IDs
  • V-226178
  • V-21967
Rule IDs
  • SV-226178r794434_rule
  • SV-53187
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting prevents the MSDT from communicating with and sending collected data to Microsoft, the default support provider.
Checks: C-27880r475857_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\ScriptedDiagnosticsProvider\Policy\ Value Name: DisableQueryRemoteServer Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27868r475858_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Troubleshooting and Diagnostics -> Microsoft Support Diagnostic Tool -> "Microsoft Support Diagnostic Tool: Turn on MSDT interactive communication with support provider" to "Disabled".

a
Access to Windows Online Troubleshooting Service (WOTS) must be prevented.
CM-7 - Low - CCI-000381 - V-226179 - SV-226179r794435_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000067
Vuln IDs
  • V-226179
  • V-21969
Rule IDs
  • SV-226179r794435_rule
  • SV-53188
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting prevents users from searching troubleshooting content on Microsoft servers. Only local content will be available.
Checks: C-27881r475860_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\ScriptedDiagnosticsProvider\Policy\ Value Name: EnableQueryRemoteServer Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27869r475861_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Troubleshooting and Diagnostics -> Scripted Diagnostics -> "Troubleshooting: Allow users to access online troubleshooting content on Microsoft servers from the Troubleshooting Control Panel (via the Windows Online Troubleshooting Service - WOTS)" to "Disabled".

a
Responsiveness events must be prevented from being aggregated and sent to Microsoft.
CM-7 - Low - CCI-000381 - V-226180 - SV-226180r794436_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000068
Vuln IDs
  • V-226180
  • V-21970
Rule IDs
  • SV-226180r794436_rule
  • SV-53128
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting prevents responsiveness events from being aggregated and sent to Microsoft.
Checks: C-27882r475863_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WDI\{9c5a40da-b965-4fc3-8781-88dd50a6299d}\ Value Name: ScenarioExecutionEnabled Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27870r475864_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Troubleshooting and Diagnostics -> Windows Performance PerfTrack -> "Enable/Disable PerfTrack" to "Disabled".

a
The time service must synchronize with an appropriate DoD time source.
AU-8 - Low - CCI-001891 - V-226181 - SV-226181r877038_rule
RMF Control
AU-8
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-001891
Version
WN12-CC-000069
Vuln IDs
  • V-226181
  • V-3472
Rule IDs
  • SV-226181r877038_rule
  • SV-52919
The Windows Time Service controls time synchronization settings. Time synchronization is essential for authentication and auditing purposes. If the Windows Time Service is used, it must synchronize with a secure, authorized time source. Domain-joined systems are automatically configured to synchronize with domain controllers. If an NTP server is configured, it must synchronize with a secure, authorized time source.
Checks: C-27883r857211_chk

Open "Windows PowerShell" or an elevated "Command Prompt" (run as administrator). Enter "W32tm /query /configuration". Domain-joined systems are automatically configured with a "Type" of "NT5DS" to synchronize with domain controllers and would not be a finding. If systems are configured with a "Type" of "NTP", including standalone systems and the forest root domain controller with the PDC Emulator role, and do not have a DoD time server defined for "NTPServer", this is a finding. (See V-8557 in the Active Directory Forest STIG for the time source requirement of the forest root domain PDC emulator.) If an alternate time synchronization tool is used and is not enabled or not configured to synchronize with a DoD time source, this is a finding. The US Naval Observatory operates stratum 1 time servers, which are identified at: https://www.cnmoc.usff.navy.mil/Organization/United-States-Naval-Observatory/Precise-Time-Department/Network-Time-Protocol-NTP/ Time synchronization will occur through a hierarchy of time servers down to the local level. Clients and lower-level servers will synchronize with an authorized time server in the hierarchy.

Fix: F-27871r857212_fix

If the system needs to be configured to an NTP server, configure the system to point to an authorized time server by setting the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> System >> Windows Time Service >> Time Providers >> "Configure Windows NTP Client" to "Enabled", and configure the "NtpServer" field to point to an authorized time server. The US Naval Observatory operates stratum 1 time servers, which are identified at: https://www.cnmoc.usff.navy.mil/Organization/United-States-Naval-Observatory/Precise-Time-Department/Network-Time-Protocol-NTP/ Time synchronization will occur through a hierarchy of time servers down to the local level. Clients and lower-level servers will synchronize with an authorized time server in the hierarchy.

a
Trusted app installation must be enabled to allow for signed enterprise line of business apps.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226182 - SV-226182r794437_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000070
Vuln IDs
  • V-226182
  • V-36697
Rule IDs
  • SV-226182r794437_rule
  • SV-51738
Enabling trusted app installation allows for enterprise line of business Windows 8 type apps. A trusted app package is one that is signed with a certificate chain that can be successfully validated in the enterprise. Configuring this ensures enterprise line of business apps are accessible.
Checks: C-27884r475869_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Appx\ Value Name: AllowAllTrustedApps Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27872r475870_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> App Package Deployment -> "Allow all trusted apps to install" to "Enabled".

a
The Application Compatibility Program Inventory must be prevented from collecting data and sending the information to Microsoft.
CM-7 - Low - CCI-000381 - V-226183 - SV-226183r794438_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000071
Vuln IDs
  • V-226183
  • V-21971
Rule IDs
  • SV-226183r794438_rule
  • SV-53127
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting will prevent the Program Inventory from collecting data about a system and sending the information to Microsoft.
Checks: C-27885r475872_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\AppCompat\ Value Name: DisableInventory Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27873r475873_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Application Compatibility -> "Turn off Inventory Collector" to "Enabled".

c
Autoplay must be turned off for non-volume devices.
CM-7 - High - CCI-001764 - V-226184 - SV-226184r852100_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-001764
Version
WN12-CC-000072
Vuln IDs
  • V-226184
  • V-21973
Rule IDs
  • SV-226184r852100_rule
  • SV-53126
Allowing Autoplay to execute may introduce malicious code to a system. Autoplay begins reading from a drive as soon as media is inserted into the drive. As a result, the setup file of programs or music on audio media may start. This setting will disable Autoplay for non-volume devices (such as Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) devices).
Checks: C-27886r475875_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer\ Value Name: NoAutoplayfornonVolume Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27874r475876_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> AutoPlay Policies -> "Disallow Autoplay for non-volume devices" to "Enabled".

c
The default Autorun behavior must be configured to prevent Autorun commands.
CM-7 - High - CCI-001764 - V-226185 - SV-226185r852101_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-001764
Version
WN12-CC-000073
Vuln IDs
  • V-226185
  • V-22692
Rule IDs
  • SV-226185r852101_rule
  • SV-53124
Allowing Autorun commands to execute may introduce malicious code to a system. Configuring this setting prevents Autorun commands from executing.
Checks: C-27887r475878_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer\ Value Name: NoAutorun Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27875r475879_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> AutoPlay Policies -> "Set the default behavior for AutoRun" to "Enabled:Do not execute any autorun commands".

c
Autoplay must be disabled for all drives.
CM-7 - High - CCI-001764 - V-226186 - SV-226186r852102_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-001764
Version
WN12-CC-000074
Vuln IDs
  • V-226186
  • V-2374
Rule IDs
  • SV-226186r852102_rule
  • SV-52879
Allowing Autoplay to execute may introduce malicious code to a system. Autoplay begins reading from a drive as soon media is inserted into the drive. As a result, the setup file of programs or music on audio media may start. By default, Autoplay is disabled on removable drives, such as the floppy disk drive (but not the CD-ROM drive) and on network drives. Enabling this policy disables Autoplay on all drives.
Checks: C-27888r475881_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\Explorer\ Value Name: NoDriveTypeAutoRun Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x000000ff (255)

Fix: F-27876r475882_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> AutoPlay Policies -> "Turn off AutoPlay" to "Enabled:All Drives".

b
The use of biometrics must be disabled.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226187 - SV-226187r794439_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000075
Vuln IDs
  • V-226187
  • V-36698
Rule IDs
  • SV-226187r794439_rule
  • SV-51739
Allowing biometrics may bypass required authentication methods. Biometrics may only be used as an additional authentication factor where an enhanced strength of identity credential is necessary or desirable. Additional factors must be met per DoD policy.
Checks: C-27889r475884_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Biometrics\ Value Name: Enabled Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27877r475885_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Biometrics -> "Allow the use of biometrics" to "Disabled".

b
The password reveal button must not be displayed.
IA-6 - Medium - CCI-000206 - V-226188 - SV-226188r794410_rule
RMF Control
IA-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000206
Version
WN12-CC-000076
Vuln IDs
  • V-226188
  • V-36700
Rule IDs
  • SV-226188r794410_rule
  • SV-51740
Visible passwords may be seen by nearby persons, compromising them. The password reveal button can be used to display an entered password and must not be allowed.
Checks: C-27890r475887_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\CredUI\ Value Name: DisablePasswordReveal Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27878r475888_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Credential User Interface -> "Do not display the password reveal button" to "Enabled".

b
Administrator accounts must not be enumerated during elevation.
SC-3 - Medium - CCI-001084 - V-226189 - SV-226189r794453_rule
RMF Control
SC-3
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001084
Version
WN12-CC-000077
Vuln IDs
  • V-226189
  • V-14243
Rule IDs
  • SV-226189r794453_rule
  • SV-52955
Enumeration of administrator accounts when elevating can provide part of the logon information to an unauthorized user. This setting configures the system to always require users to enter in a username and password to elevate a running application.
Checks: C-27891r475890_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\CredUI\ Value Name: EnumerateAdministrators Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-27879r475891_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Credential User Interface >> "Enumerate administrator accounts on elevation" to "Disabled".

b
The Application event log size must be configured to 32768 KB or greater.
AU-4 - Medium - CCI-001849 - V-226190 - SV-226190r877391_rule
RMF Control
AU-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001849
Version
WN12-CC-000084
Vuln IDs
  • V-226190
  • V-26579
Rule IDs
  • SV-226190r877391_rule
  • SV-52966
Inadequate log size will cause the log to fill up quickly. This may prevent audit events from being recorded properly and require frequent attention by administrative personnel.
Checks: C-27892r475893_chk

If the system is configured to write events directly to an audit server, this is NA. If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\EventLog\Application\ Value Name: MaxSize Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00008000 (32768) (or greater)

Fix: F-27880r475894_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Event Log Service >> Application >> "Specify the maximum log file size (KB)" to "Enabled" with a "Maximum Log Size (KB)" of "32768" or greater.

b
The Security event log size must be configured to 196608 KB or greater.
AU-4 - Medium - CCI-001849 - V-226191 - SV-226191r877391_rule
RMF Control
AU-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001849
Version
WN12-CC-000085
Vuln IDs
  • V-226191
  • V-26580
Rule IDs
  • SV-226191r877391_rule
  • SV-52965
Inadequate log size will cause the log to fill up quickly. This may prevent audit events from being recorded properly and require frequent attention by administrative personnel.
Checks: C-27893r475896_chk

If the system is configured to write events directly to an audit server, this is NA. If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\EventLog\Security\ Value Name: MaxSize Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00030000 (196608) (or greater)

Fix: F-27881r475897_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Event Log Service >> Security >> "Specify the maximum log file size (KB)" to "Enabled" with a "Maximum Log Size (KB)" of "196608" or greater.

b
The Setup event log size must be configured to 32768 KB or greater.
AU-4 - Medium - CCI-001849 - V-226192 - SV-226192r877391_rule
RMF Control
AU-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001849
Version
WN12-CC-000086
Vuln IDs
  • V-226192
  • V-26581
Rule IDs
  • SV-226192r877391_rule
  • SV-52964
Inadequate log size will cause the log to fill up quickly. This may prevent audit events from being recorded properly and require frequent attention by administrative personnel.
Checks: C-27894r475899_chk

If the system is configured to write events directly to an audit server, this is NA. If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\EventLog\Setup\ Value Name: MaxSize Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00008000 (32768) (or greater)

Fix: F-27882r475900_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Event Log Service >> Setup >> "Specify the maximum log file size (KB)" to "Enabled" with a "Maximum Log Size (KB)" of "32768" or greater.

b
The System event log size must be configured to 32768 KB or greater.
AU-4 - Medium - CCI-001849 - V-226193 - SV-226193r877391_rule
RMF Control
AU-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001849
Version
WN12-CC-000087
Vuln IDs
  • V-226193
  • V-26582
Rule IDs
  • SV-226193r877391_rule
  • SV-52963
Inadequate log size will cause the log to fill up quickly. This may prevent audit events from being recorded properly and require frequent attention by administrative personnel.
Checks: C-27895r475902_chk

If the system is configured to write events directly to an audit server, this is NA. If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\EventLog\System\ Value Name: MaxSize Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00008000 (32768) (or greater)

Fix: F-27883r475903_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Event Log Service >> System >> "Specify the maximum log file size (KB)" to "Enabled" with a "Maximum Log Size (KB)" of "32768" or greater.

b
Windows SmartScreen must be enabled on Windows 2012/2012 R2.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226194 - SV-226194r794440_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000088
Vuln IDs
  • V-226194
  • V-36707
Rule IDs
  • SV-226194r794440_rule
  • SV-51747
Windows SmartScreen helps protect systems from programs downloaded from the Internet that may be malicious. Warning a user before running downloaded unknown software, at minimum, will help prevent potentially malicious programs from executing.
Checks: C-27896r475905_chk

This is applicable to unclassified systems; for other systems, this is NA. If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\System\ Value Name: EnableSmartScreen Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1) (Give user a warning…) Or 0x00000002 (2) (Require approval…)

Fix: F-27884r475906_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> File Explorer >> "Configure Windows SmartScreen" to "Enabled" with either "Give user a warning before running downloaded unknown software" or "Require approval from an administrator before running downloaded unknown software" selected. Microsoft has changed this setting several times in the Windows 10 administrative templates, which will affect group policies in a domain if later templates are used. v1607 of Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016 changed the setting to only Enabled or Disabled without additional selections. Enabled is effectively "Give user a warning…". v1703 of Windows 10 or later administrative templates changed the policy name to "Configure Windows Defender SmartScreen", and the selectable options are "Warn" and "Warn and prevent bypass". When either of these are applied to a Windows 2012/2012 R2 system, it will configure the registry equivalent of "Give user a warning…").

b
Explorer Data Execution Prevention must be enabled.
SI-16 - Medium - CCI-002824 - V-226195 - SV-226195r852107_rule
RMF Control
SI-16
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002824
Version
WN12-CC-000089
Vuln IDs
  • V-226195
  • V-21980
Rule IDs
  • SV-226195r852107_rule
  • SV-53125
Data Execution Prevention (DEP) provides additional protection by performing checks on memory to help prevent malicious code from running. This setting will prevent Data Execution Prevention from being turned off for File Explorer.
Checks: C-27897r475908_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer\ Value Name: NoDataExecutionPrevention Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27885r475909_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> File Explorer -> "Turn off Data Execution Prevention for Explorer" to "Disabled".

a
Turning off File Explorer heap termination on corruption must be disabled.
SC-5 - Low - CCI-002385 - V-226196 - SV-226196r852108_rule
RMF Control
SC-5
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-002385
Version
WN12-CC-000090
Vuln IDs
  • V-226196
  • V-15718
Rule IDs
  • SV-226196r852108_rule
  • SV-53137
Legacy plug-in applications may continue to function when a File Explorer session has become corrupt. Disabling this feature will prevent this.
Checks: C-27898r475911_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer\ Value Name: NoHeapTerminationOnCorruption Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27886r475912_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> File Explorer -> "Turn off heap termination on corruption" to "Disabled".

b
File Explorer shell protocol must run in protected mode.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226197 - SV-226197r794501_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000091
Vuln IDs
  • V-226197
  • V-15683
Rule IDs
  • SV-226197r794501_rule
  • SV-53045
The shell protocol will limit the set of folders applications can open when run in protected mode. Restricting files an application can open to a limited set of folders increases the security of Windows.
Checks: C-27899r475914_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer\ Value Name: PreXPSP2ShellProtocolBehavior Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27887r475915_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> File Explorer -> "Turn off shell protocol protected mode" to "Disabled".

b
The location feature must be turned off.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226198 - SV-226198r794441_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000095
Vuln IDs
  • V-226198
  • V-36708
Rule IDs
  • SV-226198r794441_rule
  • SV-51748
The location service on systems may allow sensitive data to be used by applications on the system. This should be turned off unless explicitly allowed for approved systems/applications.
Checks: C-27900r475917_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\LocationAndSensors\ Value Name: DisableLocation Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1 (Enabled) If location services are approved for the system by the organization, this may be set to "Disabled" (0). This must be documented with the ISSO.

Fix: F-27888r475918_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Location and Sensors -> "Turn off location" to "Enabled". If location services are approved by the organization for a device, this must be documented.

b
Passwords must not be saved in the Remote Desktop Client.
IA-11 - Medium - CCI-002038 - V-226199 - SV-226199r852109_rule
RMF Control
IA-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002038
Version
WN12-CC-000096
Vuln IDs
  • V-226199
  • V-14247
Rule IDs
  • SV-226199r852109_rule
  • SV-52958
Saving passwords in the Remote Desktop Client could allow an unauthorized user to establish a remote desktop session to another system. The system must be configured to prevent users from saving passwords in the Remote Desktop Client.
Checks: C-27901r475920_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services\ Value Name: DisablePasswordSaving Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27889r475921_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Remote Desktop Services -> Remote Desktop Connection Client -> "Do not allow passwords to be saved" to "Enabled".

b
Local drives must be prevented from sharing with Remote Desktop Session Hosts. (Remote Desktop Services Role).
SC-4 - Medium - CCI-001090 - V-226200 - SV-226200r794456_rule
RMF Control
SC-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001090
Version
WN12-CC-000098
Vuln IDs
  • V-226200
  • V-14249
Rule IDs
  • SV-226200r794456_rule
  • SV-52959
Preventing users from sharing the local drives on their client computers to Remote Session Hosts that they access helps reduce possible exposure of sensitive data.
Checks: C-27902r475923_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services\ Value Name: fDisableCdm Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27890r475924_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Remote Desktop Services -> Remote Desktop Session Host -> Device and Resource Redirection -> "Do not allow drive redirection" to "Enabled".

b
Remote Desktop Services must always prompt a client for passwords upon connection.
IA-11 - Medium - CCI-002038 - V-226201 - SV-226201r852110_rule
RMF Control
IA-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002038
Version
WN12-CC-000099
Vuln IDs
  • V-226201
  • V-3453
Rule IDs
  • SV-226201r852110_rule
  • SV-52898
This setting controls the ability of users to supply passwords automatically as part of their remote desktop connection. Disabling this setting would allow anyone to use the stored credentials in a connection item to connect to the terminal server.
Checks: C-27903r475926_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services\ Value Name: fPromptForPassword Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27891r475927_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Remote Desktop Services -> Remote Desktop Session Host -> Security -> "Always prompt for password upon connection" to "Enabled".

b
Remote Desktop Services must be configured with the client connection encryption set to the required level.
AC-17 - Medium - CCI-000068 - V-226202 - SV-226202r877398_rule
RMF Control
AC-17
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000068
Version
WN12-CC-000100
Vuln IDs
  • V-226202
  • V-3454
Rule IDs
  • SV-226202r877398_rule
  • SV-52899
Remote connections must be encrypted to prevent interception of data or sensitive information. Selecting "High Level" will ensure encryption of Remote Desktop Services sessions in both directions.
Checks: C-27904r475929_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services\ Value Name: MinEncryptionLevel Type: REG_DWORD Value: 3

Fix: F-27892r475930_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Remote Desktop Services -> Remote Desktop Session Host -> Security -> "Set client connection encryption level" to "Enabled" and "High Level".

b
Remote Desktop Services must delete temporary folders when a session is terminated.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226203 - SV-226203r794502_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000103
Vuln IDs
  • V-226203
  • V-3456
Rule IDs
  • SV-226203r794502_rule
  • SV-52901
Remote desktop session temporary folders must always be deleted after a session is over to prevent hard disk clutter and potential leakage of information. This setting controls the deletion of the temporary folders when the session is terminated.
Checks: C-27905r475932_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services\ Value Name: DeleteTempDirsOnExit Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27893r475933_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Remote Desktop Services -> Remote Desktop Session Host -> Temporary Folders -> "Do not delete temp folder upon exit" to "Disabled".

b
Remote Desktop Services must be configured to use session-specific temporary folders.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226204 - SV-226204r794503_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000104
Vuln IDs
  • V-226204
  • V-3455
Rule IDs
  • SV-226204r794503_rule
  • SV-52900
If a communal temporary folder is used for remote desktop sessions, it might be possible for users to access other users' temporary folders. If this setting is enabled, only one temporary folder is used for all remote desktop sessions. Per session temporary folders must be established.
Checks: C-27906r475935_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services\ Value Name: PerSessionTempDir Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27894r475936_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Remote Desktop Services -> Remote Desktop Session Host -> Temporary Folders -> "Do not use temporary folders per session" to "Disabled".

b
Attachments must be prevented from being downloaded from RSS feeds.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226205 - SV-226205r794504_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000105
Vuln IDs
  • V-226205
  • V-15682
Rule IDs
  • SV-226205r794504_rule
  • SV-53040
Attachments from RSS feeds may not be secure. This setting will prevent attachments from being downloaded from RSS feeds.
Checks: C-27907r475938_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Feeds\ Value Name: DisableEnclosureDownload Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27895r475939_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> RSS Feeds -> "Prevent downloading of enclosures" to "Enabled".

b
Basic authentication for RSS feeds over HTTP must be turned off.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226206 - SV-226206r794442_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000106
Vuln IDs
  • V-226206
  • V-36709
Rule IDs
  • SV-226206r794442_rule
  • SV-51749
Basic authentication uses plain text passwords that could be used to compromise a system.
Checks: C-27908r475941_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Feeds\ Value Name: AllowBasicAuthInClear Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27896r475942_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> RSS Feeds -> "Turn on Basic feed authentication over HTTP" to "Disabled".

a
Automatic download of updates from the Windows Store must be turned off.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226207 - SV-226207r794443_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000109
Vuln IDs
  • V-226207
  • V-36710
Rule IDs
  • SV-226207r794443_rule
  • SV-51750
Uncontrolled system updates can introduce issues to a system. Obtaining update components from an outside source may also potentially allow sensitive information outside of the enterprise. Application updates must be obtained from an internal source.
Checks: C-27909r475944_chk

The Windows Store is not installed by default. If the \Windows\WinStore directory does not exist, this is NA. If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Windows 2012 R2: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsStore\ Value Name: AutoDownload Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000002 (2) Windows 2012: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsStore\WindowsUpdate\ Value Name: AutoDownload Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000002 (2)

Fix: F-27897r475945_fix

The Windows Store is not installed by default. If the \Windows\WinStore directory does not exist, this is NA. Windows 2012 R2: Windows 2012 R2 split the original policy that configures this setting into two separate ones. Configuring either one to "Enabled" will update the registry value as identified in the Check section. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Store -> "Turn off Automatic Download of updates on Win8 machines" or "Turn off Automatic Download and install of updates" to "Enabled". Windows 2012: Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Store -> "Turn off Automatic Download of updates" to "Enabled".

b
The Windows Store application must be turned off.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226208 - SV-226208r794444_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000110
Vuln IDs
  • V-226208
  • V-36711
Rule IDs
  • SV-226208r794444_rule
  • SV-51751
Uncontrolled installation of applications can introduce various issues, including system instability, and provide access to sensitive information. Installation of applications must be controlled by the enterprise. Turning off access to the Windows Store will limit access to publicly available applications.
Checks: C-27910r475947_chk

The Windows Store is not installed by default. If the \Windows\WinStore directory does not exist, this is NA. If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsStore\ Value Name: RemoveWindowsStore Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27898r475948_fix

The Windows Store is not installed by default. If the \Windows\WinStore directory does not exist, this is NA. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Store -> "Turn off the Store application" to "Enabled".

b
Users must be prevented from changing installation options.
CM-11 - Medium - CCI-001812 - V-226209 - SV-226209r852112_rule
RMF Control
CM-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001812
Version
WN12-CC-000115
Vuln IDs
  • V-226209
  • V-15685
Rule IDs
  • SV-226209r852112_rule
  • SV-53061
Installation options for applications are typically controlled by administrators. This setting prevents users from changing installation options that may bypass security features.
Checks: C-27911r475950_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Installer\ Value Name: EnableUserControl Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27899r475951_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Installer -> "Allow user control over installs" to "Disabled".

c
The Windows Installer Always install with elevated privileges option must be disabled.
CM-11 - High - CCI-001812 - V-226210 - SV-226210r852113_rule
RMF Control
CM-11
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-001812
Version
WN12-CC-000116
Vuln IDs
  • V-226210
  • V-34974
Rule IDs
  • SV-226210r852113_rule
  • SV-52954
Standard user accounts must not be granted elevated privileges. Enabling Windows Installer to elevate privileges when installing applications can allow malicious persons and applications to gain full control of a system.
Checks: C-27912r475953_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Installer\ Value Name: AlwaysInstallElevated Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27900r475954_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Installer -> "Always install with elevated privileges" to "Disabled".

b
Users must be notified if a web-based program attempts to install software.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-226211 - SV-226211r794505_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000117
Vuln IDs
  • V-226211
  • V-15684
Rule IDs
  • SV-226211r794505_rule
  • SV-53056
Users must be aware of attempted program installations. This setting ensures users are notified if a web-based program attempts to install software.
Checks: C-27913r475956_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Installer\ Value Name: SafeForScripting Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27901r475957_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Installer -> "Prevent Internet Explorer security prompt for Windows Installer scripts" to "Disabled".

a
Nonadministrators must be prevented from applying vendor-signed updates.
CM-11 - Low - CCI-001812 - V-226212 - SV-226212r852114_rule
RMF Control
CM-11
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-001812
Version
WN12-CC-000118
Vuln IDs
  • V-226212
  • V-15686
Rule IDs
  • SV-226212r852114_rule
  • SV-53065
Uncontrolled system updates can introduce issues to a system. This setting will prevent users from applying vendor-signed updates (though they may be from a trusted source).
Checks: C-27914r475959_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Installer\ Value Name: DisableLUAPatching Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27902r475960_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Installer -> "Prohibit non-administrators from applying vendor signed updates" to "Enabled".

b
Windows Media Digital Rights Management (DRM) must be prevented from accessing the Internet.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-226213 - SV-226213r794445_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN12-CC-000120
Vuln IDs
  • V-226213
  • V-15722
Rule IDs
  • SV-226213r794445_rule
  • SV-53139
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This check verifies that Windows Media DRM will be prevented from accessing the Internet.
Checks: C-27915r475962_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\WMDRM\ Value Name: DisableOnline Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27903r475963_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Media Digital Rights Management -> "Prevent Windows Media DRM Internet Access" to "Enabled".

a
Users must not be presented with Privacy and Installation options on first use of Windows Media Player.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-226214 - SV-226214r794506_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN12-CC-000121
Vuln IDs
  • V-226214
  • V-15687
Rule IDs
  • SV-226214r794506_rule
  • SV-53069
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting prevents users from being presented with Privacy and Installation options on first use of Windows Media Player, which could enable some communication with the vendor.
Checks: C-27916r475965_chk

Windows Media Player is not installed by default. If it is not installed, this is NA. If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsMediaPlayer\ Value Name: GroupPrivacyAcceptance Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27904r475966_fix

If Windows Media Player is installed, configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Media Player -> "Do Not Show First Use Dialog Boxes" to "Enabled".

b
Windows Media Player must be configured to prevent automatic checking for updates.
CM-11 - Medium - CCI-001812 - V-226215 - SV-226215r852115_rule
RMF Control
CM-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001812
Version
WN12-CC-000122
Vuln IDs
  • V-226215
  • V-3480
Rule IDs
  • SV-226215r852115_rule
  • SV-53130
Uncontrolled system updates can introduce issues to a system. The automatic check for updates performed by Windows Media Player must be disabled to ensure a constant platform and to prevent the introduction of unknown\untested software on the system.
Checks: C-27917r475968_chk

Windows Media Player is not installed by default. If it is not installed, this is NA. If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsMediaPlayer\ Value Name: DisableAutoupdate Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27905r475969_fix

If Windows Media Player is installed, configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Media Player -> "Prevent Automatic Updates" to "Enabled".

c
The Windows Remote Management (WinRM) client must not use Basic authentication.
MA-4 - High - CCI-000877 - V-226216 - SV-226216r877395_rule
RMF Control
MA-4
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000877
Version
WN12-CC-000123
Vuln IDs
  • V-226216
  • V-36712
Rule IDs
  • SV-226216r877395_rule
  • SV-51752
Basic authentication uses plain text passwords that could be used to compromise a system.
Checks: C-27918r475971_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WinRM\Client\ Value Name: AllowBasic Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27906r475972_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Remote Management (WinRM) -> WinRM Client -> "Allow Basic authentication" to "Disabled".

b
The Windows Remote Management (WinRM) client must not allow unencrypted traffic.
MA-4 - Medium - CCI-002890 - V-226217 - SV-226217r877382_rule
RMF Control
MA-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002890
Version
WN12-CC-000124
Vuln IDs
  • V-226217
  • V-36713
Rule IDs
  • SV-226217r877382_rule
  • SV-51753
Unencrypted remote access to a system can allow sensitive information to be compromised. Windows remote management connections must be encrypted to prevent this.
Checks: C-27919r475974_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WinRM\Client\ Value Name: AllowUnencryptedTraffic Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27907r475975_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Remote Management (WinRM) -> WinRM Client -> "Allow unencrypted traffic" to "Disabled".

b
The Windows Remote Management (WinRM) client must not use Digest authentication.
MA-4 - Medium - CCI-000877 - V-226218 - SV-226218r877395_rule
RMF Control
MA-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000877
Version
WN12-CC-000125
Vuln IDs
  • V-226218
  • V-36714
Rule IDs
  • SV-226218r877395_rule
  • SV-51754
Digest authentication is not as strong as other options and may be subject to man-in-the-middle attacks.
Checks: C-27920r475977_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WinRM\Client\ Value Name: AllowDigest Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27908r475978_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Remote Management (WinRM) -> WinRM Client -> "Disallow Digest authentication" to "Enabled".

c
The Windows Remote Management (WinRM) service must not use Basic authentication.
MA-4 - High - CCI-000877 - V-226219 - SV-226219r877395_rule
RMF Control
MA-4
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000877
Version
WN12-CC-000126
Vuln IDs
  • V-226219
  • V-36718
Rule IDs
  • SV-226219r877395_rule
  • SV-51755
Basic authentication uses plain text passwords that could be used to compromise a system.
Checks: C-27921r475980_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WinRM\Service\ Value Name: AllowBasic Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27909r475981_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Remote Management (WinRM) -> WinRM Service -> "Allow Basic authentication" to "Disabled".

b
The Windows Remote Management (WinRM) service must not allow unencrypted traffic.
MA-4 - Medium - CCI-002890 - V-226220 - SV-226220r877382_rule
RMF Control
MA-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002890
Version
WN12-CC-000127
Vuln IDs
  • V-226220
  • V-36719
Rule IDs
  • SV-226220r877382_rule
  • SV-51756
Unencrypted remote access to a system can allow sensitive information to be compromised. Windows remote management connections must be encrypted to prevent this.
Checks: C-27922r475983_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WinRM\Service\ Value Name: AllowUnencryptedTraffic Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix: F-27910r475984_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Remote Management (WinRM) -> WinRM Service -> "Allow unencrypted traffic" to "Disabled".

b
The Windows Remote Management (WinRM) service must not store RunAs credentials.
IA-11 - Medium - CCI-002038 - V-226221 - SV-226221r852118_rule
RMF Control
IA-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002038
Version
WN12-CC-000128
Vuln IDs
  • V-226221
  • V-36720
Rule IDs
  • SV-226221r852118_rule
  • SV-51757
Storage of administrative credentials could allow unauthorized access. Disallowing the storage of RunAs credentials for Windows Remote Management will prevent them from being used with plug-ins.
Checks: C-27923r475986_chk

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WinRM\Service\ Value Name: DisableRunAs Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-27911r475987_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Remote Management (WinRM) -> WinRM Service -> "Disallow WinRM from storing RunAs credentials&qu