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Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Security Technical Implementation Guide

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  • Published: 2023-09-11
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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
Windows Server 2022 users with Administrative privileges must have separate accounts for administrative duties and normal operational tasks.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254238 - SV-254238r848530_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000010
Vuln IDs
  • V-254238
Rule IDs
  • SV-254238r848530_rule
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-57723r848528_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-57674r848529_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 passwords for the built-in Administrator account must be changed at least every 60 days.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000199 - V-254239 - SV-254239r928653_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000199
Version
WN22-00-000020
Vuln IDs
  • V-254239
Rule IDs
  • SV-254239r928653_rule
The longer a password is in use, the greater the opportunity for someone to gain unauthorized knowledge of the password. The built-in Administrator account is not generally used and its password may not be changed as frequently as necessary. Changing the password for the built-in Administrator account on a regular basis will limit its exposure. Windows LAPS must be used to change the built-in Administrator account password.
Checks: C-57724r928652_chk

If there are no enabled local Administrator accounts, this is Not Applicable. Review the password last set date for the enabled local Administrator account. On the local domain-joined workstation: Open "PowerShell". Enter "Get-LocalUser -Name * | Select-Object *". If the "PasswordLastSet" date is greater than "60" days old for the local Administrator account for administering the computer/domain, this is a finding. Verify LAPS is configured and operational. Navigate to Local Computer Policy >> Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> System >> LAPS >> Password Settings >> Set to enabled. Password Complexity, large letters + small letters + numbers + special, Password Length 14, Password Age 60. If not configured as shown, this is a finding. Navigate to Local Computer Policy >> Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> System >> LAPS >> Password Settings >> Name of administrator Account to manage >> Set to enabled >> Administrator account name is populated. If it is not, this is a finding. Verify LAPS Operational logs >> Event Viewer >> Applications and Services Logs >> Microsoft >> Windows >> LAPS >> Operational. Verify LAPS policy process is completing. If it is not, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57675r928653_fix

Change the enabled local Administrator account password at least every 60 days. Windows LAPS must be used to change the built-in Administrator account password. Domain-joined systems can configure this to occur more frequently. LAPS will change the password every 30 days by default. More information is available at: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/by-popular-demand-windows-laps-available-now/ba-p/3788747 https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/identity/laps/laps-overview#windows-laps-supported-platforms-and-azure-ad-laps-preview-status

c
Windows Server 2022 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-254240 - SV-254240r848536_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000030
Vuln IDs
  • V-254240
Rule IDs
  • SV-254240r848536_rule
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 require administrative accounts to not access the internet or use applications such as email. The policy must 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. Whitelisting can be used to enforce the policy to ensure compliance. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227, SRG-OS-000205-GPOS-00083
Checks: C-57725r848534_chk

Determine whether organization policy, at a minimum, 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. If it does not, this is a finding. The organization may use technical means such as whitelisting to prevent the use of browsers and mail applications to enforce this requirement.

Fix: F-57676r848535_fix

Establish a policy, at minimum, to prohibit administrative accounts from using applications that access the internet, such as web browsers, or with potential internet sources, such as email. Ensure the policy is enforced. The organization may use technical means such as whitelisting to prevent the use of browsers and mail applications to enforce this requirement.

b
Windows Server 2022 members of the Backup Operators group must have separate accounts for backup duties and normal operational tasks.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254241 - SV-254241r848539_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000040
Vuln IDs
  • V-254241
Rule IDs
  • SV-254241r848539_rule
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-57726r848537_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-57677r848538_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 manually managed application account passwords must be at least 15 characters in length.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000205 - V-254242 - SV-254242r848542_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000205
Version
WN22-00-000050
Vuln IDs
  • V-254242
Rule IDs
  • SV-254242r848542_rule
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-57727r848540_chk

Determine if manually managed application/service accounts exist. If none exist, this is NA. Verify the organization 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-57678r848541_fix

Establish a 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 Server 2022 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-254243 - SV-254243r848545_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000060
Vuln IDs
  • V-254243
Rule IDs
  • SV-254243r848545_rule
Setting application account passwords 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-57728r848543_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 "PowerShell". Enter "Get-AdUser -Identity [application account name] -Properties PasswordLastSet | FT 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 or nondomain-joined systems: Open "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-57679r848544_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 whenever possible.

b
Windows Server 2022 shared user accounts must not be permitted.
IA-2 - Medium - CCI-000764 - V-254244 - SV-254244r848548_rule
RMF Control
IA-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000764
Version
WN22-00-000070
Vuln IDs
  • V-254244
Rule IDs
  • SV-254244r848548_rule
Shared accounts (accounts where two or more people log on 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-57729r848546_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 Information System Security Officer (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-57680r848547_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.

b
Windows Server 2022 must employ a deny-all, permit-by-exception policy to allow the execution of authorized software programs.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-001774 - V-254245 - SV-254245r890536_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001774
Version
WN22-00-000080
Vuln IDs
  • V-254245
Rule IDs
  • SV-254245r890536_rule
Using an allowlist provides a configuration management method to allow 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-57730r890534_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 in to Windows Server. 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 imported previously, 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-57681r890535_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 in to Windows Server. 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
Windows Server 2022 domain-joined systems must have a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) enabled and ready for use.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254246 - SV-254246r848554_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000090
Vuln IDs
  • V-254246
Rule IDs
  • SV-254246r848554_rule
Credential Guard uses virtualization-based security to protect data that could be used in credential theft attacks if compromised. A number of system requirements must be met in order for Credential Guard to be configured and enabled properly. Without a TPM enabled and ready for use, Credential Guard keys are stored in a less secure method using software.
Checks: C-57731r848552_chk

For standalone or nondomain-joined systems, this is NA. Verify the system has a TPM and it is ready for use. Run "tpm.msc". Review the sections in the center pane. "Status" must indicate it has been configured with a message such as "The TPM is ready for use" or "The TPM is on and ownership has been taken". TPM Manufacturer Information - Specific Version = 2.0 or 1.2 If a TPM is not found or is not ready for use, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57682r848553_fix

Ensure domain-joined systems have a TPM that is configured for use. (Versions 2.0 or 1.2 support Credential Guard.) The TPM must be enabled in the firmware. Run "tpm.msc" for configuration options in Windows.

b
Windows Server 2022 must be maintained at a supported servicing level.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254247 - SV-254247r848557_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000100
Vuln IDs
  • V-254247
Rule IDs
  • SV-254247r848557_rule
Systems at unsupported servicing levels will not receive security updates for new vulnerabilities, which leave them subject to exploitation. Systems must be maintained at a servicing level supported by the vendor with new security updates.
Checks: C-57732r848555_chk

Open "Command Prompt". Enter "winver.exe". If the "About Windows" dialog box does not display "Microsoft Windows Server Version 21H1 (Build 20348.xxx)" or greater, this is a finding. Preview versions must not be used in a production environment.

Fix: F-57683r848556_fix

Update the system to a Version 21H2 (Build 20348.xxx) or greater.

b
Windows Server 2022 must use an antivirus program.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254248 - SV-254248r848560_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000110
Vuln IDs
  • V-254248
Rule IDs
  • SV-254248r848560_rule
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-57733r848558_chk

Verify an antivirus solution is installed on the system. The antivirus solution may be bundled with an approved host-based security solution. If there is no antivirus solution installed on the system, this is a finding. Verify if Microsoft Defender antivirus is in use or enabled: Open "PowerShell". Enter "get-service | where {$_.DisplayName -Like "*Defender*"} | Select Status,DisplayName" Verify if third-party antivirus is in use or enabled: Open "PowerShell". Enter "get-service | where {$_.DisplayName -Like "*mcafee*"} | Select Status,DisplayName Enter "get-service | where {$_.DisplayName -Like "*symantec*"} | Select Status,DisplayName

Fix: F-57684r848559_fix

If no antivirus software is in use, install Microsoft Defender or third-party antivirus. Open "PowerShell". Enter "Install-WindowsFeature -Name Windows-Defender". For third-party antivirus, install per antivirus instructions and disable Windows Defender. Open "PowerShell". Enter "Uninstall-WindowsFeature -Name Windows-Defender".

b
Windows Server 2022 must have a host-based intrusion detection or prevention system.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254249 - SV-254249r848563_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000120
Vuln IDs
  • V-254249
Rule IDs
  • SV-254249r848563_rule
A properly configured Host-based Intrusion Detection System (HIDS) or Host-based Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS) provides another level of defense against unauthorized access to critical servers. With proper configuration and logging enabled, such a system can stop and/or alert for many attempts to gain unauthorized access to resources.
Checks: C-57734r848561_chk

Determine whether there is a HIDS or HIPS on each server. If the HIPS component of ESS is installed and active on the host and the alerts of blocked activity are being logged and monitored, this meets the requirement. A HIDS device is not required on a system that has the role as the Network Intrusion Device (NID). However, this exception needs to be documented with the Information System Security Officer (ISSO). If a HIDS is not installed on the system, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57685r848562_fix

Install a HIDS or HIPS on each server.

c
Windows Server 2022 local volumes must use a format that supports NTFS attributes.
AC-3 - High - CCI-000213 - V-254250 - SV-254250r848566_rule
RMF Control
AC-3
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000213
Version
WN22-00-000130
Vuln IDs
  • V-254250
Rule IDs
  • SV-254250r848566_rule
The ability to set access permissions and auditing is critical to maintaining the security and proper access controls of a system. To support this, volumes must be formatted using a file system that supports NTFS attributes.
Checks: C-57735r848564_chk

Open "Computer Management". Select "Disk Management" under "Storage". For each local volume, if the file system does not indicate "NTFS", this is a finding. "ReFS" (resilient file system) is also acceptable and would not be a finding. This does not apply to system partitions such the Recovery and EFI System Partition.

Fix: F-57686r848565_fix

Format volumes to use NTFS or ReFS.

b
Windows Server 2022 permissions for the system drive root directory (usually C:\) must conform to minimum requirements.
AC-3 - Medium - CCI-002165 - V-254251 - SV-254251r848569_rule
RMF Control
AC-3
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002165
Version
WN22-00-000140
Vuln IDs
  • V-254251
Rule IDs
  • SV-254251r848569_rule
Changing the system's file and directory permissions allows the possibility of unauthorized and anonymous modification to the operating system and installed applications. The default permissions are adequate when the Security Option "Network access: Let Everyone permissions apply to anonymous users" is set to "Disabled" (WN22-SO-000240). Satisfies: SRG-OS-000312-GPOS-00122, SRG-OS-000312-GPOS-00123, SRG-OS-000312-GPOS-00124
Checks: C-57736r848567_chk

The default permissions are adequate when the Security Option "Network access: Let Everyone permissions apply to anonymous users" is set to "Disabled" (WN22-SO-000240). Review the permissions for the system drive's root directory (usually C:\). Nonprivileged groups such as Users or Authenticated Users must not have greater than "Read & execute" permissions except where noted as defaults. Individual accounts must not be used to assign permissions. If permissions are not as restrictive as the default permissions listed below, this is a finding. Viewing in File Explorer: View the Properties of the system drive's root directory. Select the "Security" tab, and the "Advanced" button. Default permissions: C:\ Type - "Allow" for all Inherited from - "None" for all Principal - Access - Applies to SYSTEM - Full control - This folder, subfolders, and files Administrators - Full control - This folder, subfolders, and files Users - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders, and files Users - Create folders/append data - This folder and subfolders Users - Create files/write data - Subfolders only CREATOR OWNER - Full Control - Subfolders and files only Alternately, use icacls: Open "Command Prompt (Admin)". Enter "icacls" followed by the directory: "icacls c:\" The following results must be displayed: c:\ NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM:(OI)(CI)(F) BUILTIN\Administrators:(OI)(CI)(F) BUILTIN\Users:(OI)(CI)(RX) BUILTIN\Users:(CI)(AD) BUILTIN\Users:(CI)(IO)(WD) CREATOR OWNER:(OI)(CI)(IO)(F) Successfully processed 1 files; Failed processing 0 files

Fix: F-57687r848568_fix

Maintain the default permissions for the system drive's root directory and configure the Security Option "Network access: Let Everyone permissions apply to anonymous users" to "Disabled" (WN22-SO-000240). Default Permissions C:\ Type - "Allow" for all Inherited from - "None" for all Principal - Access - Applies to SYSTEM - Full control - This folder, subfolders, and files Administrators - Full control - This folder, subfolders, and files Users - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders, and files Users - Create folders/append data - This folder and subfolders Users - Create files/write data - Subfolders only CREATOR OWNER - Full Control - Subfolders and files only

b
Windows Server 2022 permissions for program file directories must conform to minimum requirements.
AC-3 - Medium - CCI-002165 - V-254252 - SV-254252r848572_rule
RMF Control
AC-3
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002165
Version
WN22-00-000150
Vuln IDs
  • V-254252
Rule IDs
  • SV-254252r848572_rule
Changing the system's file and directory permissions allows the possibility of unauthorized and anonymous modification to the operating system and installed applications. The default permissions are adequate when the Security Option "Network access: Let Everyone permissions apply to anonymous users" is set to "Disabled" (WN22-SO-000240). Satisfies: SRG-OS-000312-GPOS-00122, SRG-OS-000312-GPOS-00123, SRG-OS-000312-GPOS-00124
Checks: C-57737r848570_chk

The default permissions are adequate when the Security Option "Network access: Let Everyone permissions apply to anonymous users" is set to "Disabled" (WN22-SO-000240). Review the permissions for the program file directories (Program Files and Program Files [x86]). Nonprivileged groups such as Users or Authenticated Users must not have greater than "Read & execute" permissions. Individual accounts must not be used to assign permissions. If permissions are not as restrictive as the default permissions listed below, this is a finding. Viewing in File Explorer: For each folder, view the Properties. Select the "Security" tab, and the "Advanced" button. Default permissions: \Program Files and \Program Files (x86) Type - "Allow" for all Inherited from - "None" for all Principal - Access - Applies to TrustedInstaller - Full control - This folder and subfolders SYSTEM - Modify - This folder only SYSTEM - Full control - Subfolders and files only Administrators - Modify - This folder only Administrators - Full control - Subfolders and files only Users - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders and files CREATOR OWNER - Full control - Subfolders and files only ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders, and files ALL RESTRICTED APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders, and files Alternately, use icacls: Open a Command prompt (admin). Enter "icacls" followed by the directory: 'icacls "c:\program files"' 'icacls "c:\program files (x86)"' The following results must be displayed for each when entered: c:\program files (c:\program files (x86)) NT SERVICE\TrustedInstaller:(F) NT SERVICE\TrustedInstaller:(CI)(IO)(F) NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM:(M) NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM:(OI)(CI)(IO)(F) BUILTIN\Administrators:(M) BUILTIN\Administrators:(OI)(CI)(IO)(F) BUILTIN\Users:(RX) BUILTIN\Users:(OI)(CI)(IO)(GR,GE) CREATOR OWNER:(OI)(CI)(IO)(F) APPLICATION PACKAGE AUTHORITY\ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES:(RX) APPLICATION PACKAGE AUTHORITY\ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES:(OI)(CI)(IO)(GR,GE) APPLICATION PACKAGE AUTHORITY\ALL RESTRICTED APPLICATION PACKAGES:(RX) APPLICATION PACKAGE AUTHORITY\ALL RESTRICTED APPLICATION PACKAGES:(OI)(CI)(IO)(GR,GE) Successfully processed 1 files; Failed processing 0 files

Fix: F-57688r848571_fix

Maintain the default permissions for the program file directories and configure the Security Option "Network access: Let Everyone permissions apply to anonymous users" to "Disabled" (WN22-SO-000240). Default permissions: \Program Files and \Program Files (x86) Type - "Allow" for all Inherited from - "None" for all Principal - Access - Applies to TrustedInstaller - Full control - This folder and subfolders SYSTEM - Modify - This folder only SYSTEM - Full control - Subfolders and files only Administrators - Modify - This folder only Administrators - Full control - Subfolders and files only Users - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders, and files CREATOR OWNER - Full control - Subfolders and files only ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders, and files ALL RESTRICTED APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders, and files

b
Windows Server 2022 permissions for the Windows installation directory must conform to minimum requirements.
AC-3 - Medium - CCI-002165 - V-254253 - SV-254253r848575_rule
RMF Control
AC-3
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002165
Version
WN22-00-000160
Vuln IDs
  • V-254253
Rule IDs
  • SV-254253r848575_rule
Changing the system's file and directory permissions allows the possibility of unauthorized and anonymous modification to the operating system and installed applications. The default permissions are adequate when the Security Option "Network access: Let Everyone permissions apply to anonymous users" is set to "Disabled" (WN22-SO-000240). Satisfies: SRG-OS-000312-GPOS-00122, SRG-OS-000312-GPOS-00123, SRG-OS-000312-GPOS-00124
Checks: C-57738r848573_chk

The default permissions are adequate when the Security Option "Network access: Let Everyone permissions apply to anonymous users" is set to "Disabled" (WN22-SO-000240). Review the permissions for the Windows installation directory (usually C:\Windows). Nonprivileged groups such as Users or Authenticated Users must not have greater than "Read & execute" permissions. Individual accounts must not be used to assign permissions. If permissions are not as restrictive as the default permissions listed below, this is a finding: Viewing in File Explorer: For each folder, view the Properties. Select the "Security" tab and the "Advanced" button. Default permissions: \Windows Type - "Allow" for all Inherited from - "None" for all Principal - Access - Applies to TrustedInstaller - Full control - This folder and subfolders SYSTEM - Modify - This folder only SYSTEM - Full control - Subfolders and files only Administrators - Modify - This folder only Administrators - Full control - Subfolders and files only Users - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders, and files CREATOR OWNER - Full control - Subfolders and files only ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders, and files ALL RESTRICTED APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders, and files Alternately, use icacls: Open a Command prompt (admin). Enter "icacls" followed by the directory: "icacls c:\windows" The following results must be displayed for each when entered: c:\windows NT SERVICE\TrustedInstaller:(F) NT SERVICE\TrustedInstaller:(CI)(IO)(F) NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM:(M) NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM:(OI)(CI)(IO)(F) BUILTIN\Administrators:(M) BUILTIN\Administrators:(OI)(CI)(IO)(F) BUILTIN\Users:(RX) BUILTIN\Users:(OI)(CI)(IO)(GR,GE) CREATOR OWNER:(OI)(CI)(IO)(F) APPLICATION PACKAGE AUTHORITY\ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES:(RX) APPLICATION PACKAGE AUTHORITY\ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES:(OI)(CI)(IO)(GR,GE) APPLICATION PACKAGE AUTHORITY\ALL RESTRICTED APPLICATION PACKAGES:(RX) APPLICATION PACKAGE AUTHORITY\ALL RESTRICTED APPLICATION PACKAGES:(OI)(CI)(IO)(GR,GE) Successfully processed 1 files; Failed processing 0 files

Fix: F-57689r848574_fix

Maintain the default file ACLs and configure the Security Option "Network access: Let Everyone permissions apply to anonymous users" to "Disabled" (WN22-SO-000240). Default permissions: Type - "Allow" for all Inherited from - "None" for all Principal - Access - Applies to TrustedInstaller - Full control - This folder and subfolders SYSTEM - Modify - This folder only SYSTEM - Full control - Subfolders and files only Administrators - Modify - This folder only Administrators - Full control - Subfolders and files only Users - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders, and files CREATOR OWNER - Full control - Subfolders and files only ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders, and files ALL RESTRICTED APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read & execute - This folder, subfolders, and files

b
Windows Server 2022 default permissions for the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE registry hive must be maintained.
AC-6 - Medium - CCI-002235 - V-254254 - SV-254254r921937_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002235
Version
WN22-00-000170
Vuln IDs
  • V-254254
Rule IDs
  • SV-254254r921937_rule
The registry is integral to the function, security, and stability of the Windows system. Changing the system's registry permissions allows the possibility of unauthorized and anonymous modification to the operating system.
Checks: C-57739r921935_chk

Review the registry permissions for the keys of the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE hive noted below. If any nonprivileged groups such as Everyone, Users, or Authenticated Users have greater than Read permission, this is a finding. If permissions are not as restrictive as the default permissions listed below, this is a finding: Run "Regedit". Right-click on the registry areas noted below. Select "Permissions" and the "Advanced" button. HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SECURITY Type - "Allow" for all Inherited from - "None" for all Principal - Access - Applies to SYSTEM - Full Control - This key and subkeys Administrators - Special - This key and subkeys HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE Type - "Allow" for all Inherited from - "None" for all Principal - Access - Applies to Users - Read - This key and subkeys Administrators - Full Control - This key and subkeys SYSTEM - Full Control - This key and subkeys CREATOR OWNER - Full Control - This key and subkeys ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read - This key and subkeys HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM Type - "Allow" for all Inherited from - "None" for all Principal - Access - Applies to Users - Read - This key and subkeys Administrators - Full Control - This key and subkeys SYSTEM - Full Control - This key and subkeys CREATOR OWNER - Full Control - Subkeys ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read - This key and subkeys Server Operators - Read - This Key and subkeys (Domain controllers only) Other examples under the noted keys may also be sampled. There may be some instances where nonprivileged groups have greater than Read permission. Microsoft has given Read permission to the SOFTWARE and SYSTEM registry keys in Windows Server 2022 to the following SID. This is currently not a finding. S-1-15-3-1024-1065365936-1281604716-3511738428-1654721687-432734479-3232135806-4053264122-3456934681 If the defaults have not been changed, these are not a finding.

Fix: F-57690r921936_fix

Maintain the default permissions for the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE registry hive. The default permissions of the higher-level keys are noted below. HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SECURITY Type - "Allow" for all Inherited from - "None" for all Principal - Access - Applies to SYSTEM - Full Control - This key and subkeys Administrators - Special - This key and subkeys HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE Type - "Allow" for all Inherited from - "None" for all Principal - Access - Applies to Users - Read - This key and subkeys Administrators - Full Control - This key and subkeys SYSTEM - Full Control - This key and subkeys CREATOR OWNER - Full Control - This key and subkeys ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read - This key and subkeys HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM Type - "Allow" for all Inherited from - "None" for all Principal - Access - Applies to Users - Read - This key and subkeys Administrators - Full Control - This key and subkeys SYSTEM - Full Control - This key and subkeys CREATOR OWNER - Full Control - Subkeys only ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read - This key and subkeys Server Operators - Read - This Key and subkeys (Domain controllers only) Microsoft has also given Read permission to the SOFTWARE and SYSTEM registry keys in Windows Server 2022 to the following SID: S-1-15-3-1024-1065365936-1281604716-3511738428-1654721687-432734479-3232135806-4053264122-3456934681

a
Windows Server 2022 nonadministrative accounts or groups must only have print permissions on printer shares.
AC-3 - Low - CCI-000213 - V-254255 - SV-254255r848581_rule
RMF Control
AC-3
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000213
Version
WN22-00-000180
Vuln IDs
  • V-254255
Rule IDs
  • SV-254255r848581_rule
Windows shares are a means by which files, folders, printers, and other resources can be published for network users to access. Improper configuration can permit access to devices and data beyond a user's need.
Checks: C-57740r848579_chk

Open "Printers & scanners" in "Settings". If there are no printers configured, this is NA. (Exclude Microsoft Print to PDF and Microsoft XPS Document Writer, which do not support sharing.) For each printer: Select the printer and "Manage". Select "Printer Properties". Select the "Sharing" tab. If "Share this printer" is checked, select the "Security" tab. If any standard user accounts or groups have permissions other than "Print", this is a finding. The default is for the "Everyone" group to be given "Print" permission. "All APPLICATION PACKAGES" and "CREATOR OWNER" are not standard user accounts.

Fix: F-57691r848580_fix

Configure the permissions on shared printers to restrict standard users to only have Print permissions.

b
Windows Server 2022 outdated or unused accounts must be removed or disabled.
IA-4 - Medium - CCI-000795 - V-254256 - SV-254256r848584_rule
RMF Control
IA-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000795
Version
WN22-00-000190
Vuln IDs
  • V-254256
Rule IDs
  • SV-254256r848584_rule
Outdated or unused accounts provide penetration points that may go undetected. Inactive accounts must be deleted if no longer necessary or, if still required, disabled until needed.
Checks: C-57741r848582_chk

Open "Windows PowerShell". Domain Controllers: Enter "Search-ADAccount -AccountInactive -UsersOnly -TimeSpan 35.00:00:00" This will return accounts that have not been logged on to for 35 days, along with various attributes such as the Enabled status and LastLogonDate. Member servers and standalone or nondomain-joined systems: Copy or enter the lines below to the PowerShell window and enter. (Entering twice may be required. Do not include the quotes at the beginning and end of the query.) "([ADSI]('WinNT://{0}' -f $env:COMPUTERNAME)).Children | Where { $_.SchemaClassName -eq 'user' } | ForEach { $user = ([ADSI]$_.Path) $lastLogin = $user.Properties.LastLogin.Value $enabled = ($user.Properties.UserFlags.Value -band 0x2) -ne 0x2 if ($lastLogin -eq $null) { $lastLogin = 'Never' } Write-Host $user.Name $lastLogin $enabled }" This will return a list of local accounts with the account name, last logon, and if the account is enabled (True/False). For example: User1 10/31/2015 5:49:56 AM True Review the list of accounts returned by the above queries to determine the finding validity for each account reported. Exclude the following accounts: - Built-in administrator account (Renamed, SID ending in 500) - Built-in guest account (Renamed, Disabled, SID ending in 501) - Application accounts If any enabled accounts have not been logged on to within the past 35 days, this is a finding. Inactive accounts that have been reviewed and deemed to be required must be documented with the Information System Security Officer (ISSO).

Fix: F-57692r848583_fix

Regularly review accounts to determine if they are still active. Remove or disable accounts that have not been used in the last 35 days.

b
Windows Server 2022 accounts must require passwords.
IA-2 - Medium - CCI-000764 - V-254257 - SV-254257r848587_rule
RMF Control
IA-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000764
Version
WN22-00-000200
Vuln IDs
  • V-254257
Rule IDs
  • SV-254257r848587_rule
The lack of password protection enables anyone to gain access to the information system, which opens a backdoor opportunity for intruders to compromise the system as well as other resources. Accounts on a system must require passwords.
Checks: C-57742r848585_chk

Review the password required status for enabled user accounts. Open "PowerShell". Domain Controllers: Enter "Get-Aduser -Filter * -Properties Passwordnotrequired |FT Name, Passwordnotrequired, Enabled". Exclude disabled accounts (e.g., DefaultAccount, Guest) and Trusted Domain Objects (TDOs). If "Passwordnotrequired" is "True" or blank for any enabled user account, this is a finding. Member servers and standalone or nondomain-joined systems: Enter 'Get-CimInstance -Class Win32_Useraccount -Filter "PasswordRequired=False and LocalAccount=True" | FT Name, PasswordRequired, Disabled, LocalAccount'. Exclude disabled accounts (e.g., DefaultAccount, Guest). If any enabled user accounts are returned with a "PasswordRequired" status of "False", this is a finding.

Fix: F-57693r848586_fix

Configure all enabled accounts to require passwords. The password required flag can be set by entering the following on a command line: "Net user [username] /passwordreq:yes", substituting [username] with the name of the user account.

b
Windows Server 2022 passwords must be configured to expire.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000199 - V-254258 - SV-254258r848590_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000199
Version
WN22-00-000210
Vuln IDs
  • V-254258
Rule IDs
  • SV-254258r848590_rule
Passwords that do not expire or are reused increase the exposure of a password with greater probability of being discovered or cracked.
Checks: C-57743r848588_chk

Review the password never expires status for enabled user accounts. Open "PowerShell". Domain Controllers: Enter "Search-ADAccount -PasswordNeverExpires -UsersOnly | FT Name, PasswordNeverExpires, Enabled". Exclude application accounts, disabled accounts (e.g., DefaultAccount, Guest) and the krbtgt account. If any enabled user accounts are returned with a "PasswordNeverExpires" status of "True", this is a finding. Member servers and standalone or nondomain-joined systems: Enter 'Get-CimInstance -Class Win32_Useraccount -Filter "PasswordExpires=False and LocalAccount=True" | FT Name, PasswordExpires, Disabled, LocalAccount'. Exclude application accounts and disabled accounts (e.g., DefaultAccount, Guest). If any enabled user accounts are returned with a "PasswordExpires" status of "False", this is a finding.

Fix: F-57694r848589_fix

Configure all enabled user account passwords to expire. Uncheck "Password never expires" for all enabled user accounts in Active Directory Users and Computers for domain accounts and Users in Computer Management for member servers and standalone or nondomain-joined systems. Document any exceptions with the Information System Security Officer (ISSO).

b
Windows Server 2022 system files must be monitored for unauthorized changes.
CM-3 - Medium - CCI-001744 - V-254259 - SV-254259r890538_rule
RMF Control
CM-3
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001744
Version
WN22-00-000220
Vuln IDs
  • V-254259
Rule IDs
  • SV-254259r890538_rule
Monitoring system files for changes against a baseline on a regular basis may help detect the possible introduction of malicious code on a system.
Checks: C-57744r890537_chk

Determine whether the system is monitored for unauthorized changes to system files (e.g., *.exe, *.bat, *.com, *.cmd, and *.dll) against a baseline on a weekly basis. If system files are not monitored for unauthorized changes, this is a finding. An approved and properly configured solution will contain both a list of baselines that includes all system file locations and a file comparison task that is scheduled to run at least weekly.

Fix: F-57695r848592_fix

Monitor the system for unauthorized changes to system files (e.g., *.exe, *.bat, *.com, *.cmd, and *.dll) against a baseline on a weekly basis. This can be done with the use of various monitoring tools.

b
Windows Server 2022 nonsystem-created file shares must limit access to groups that require it.
SC-4 - Medium - CCI-001090 - V-254260 - SV-254260r848596_rule
RMF Control
SC-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001090
Version
WN22-00-000230
Vuln IDs
  • V-254260
Rule IDs
  • SV-254260r848596_rule
Shares on a system provide network access. To prevent exposing sensitive information, where shares are necessary, permissions must be reconfigured to give the minimum access to accounts that require it.
Checks: C-57745r848594_chk

If only system-created shares such as "ADMIN$", "C$", and "IPC$" exist on the system, this is NA. (System-created shares will display a message that it has been shared for administrative purposes when "Properties" is selected.) Run "Computer Management". Navigate to System Tools >> Shared Folders >> Shares. Right-click any nonsystem-created shares. Select "Properties". Select the "Share Permissions" tab. If the file shares have not been configured to restrict permissions to the specific groups or accounts that require access, this is a finding. Select the "Security" tab. If the permissions have not been configured to restrict permissions to the specific groups or accounts that require access, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57696r848595_fix

If a nonsystem-created share is required on a system, configure the share and NTFS permissions to limit access to the specific groups or accounts that require it. Remove any unnecessary nonsystem-created shares.

b
Windows Server 2022 must have software certificate installation files removed.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254261 - SV-254261r848599_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000240
Vuln IDs
  • V-254261
Rule IDs
  • SV-254261r848599_rule
Use of software certificates and their accompanying installation files for end users to access resources is less secure than the use of hardware-based certificates.
Checks: C-57746r848597_chk

Search all drives for *.p12 and *.pfx files. If any files with these extensions exist, this is a finding. This does not apply to server-based applications that have a requirement for .p12 certificate files or Adobe PreFlight certificate files. Some applications create files with extensions of .p12 that are not certificate installation files. Removal of noncertificate installation files from systems is not required. These must be documented with the Information System Security Officer (ISSO).

Fix: F-57697r848598_fix

Remove any certificate installation files (*.p12 and *.pfx) found on a system. Note: This does not apply to server-based applications that have a requirement for .p12 certificate files or Adobe PreFlight certificate files.

b
Windows Server 2022 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-254262 - SV-254262r848602_rule
RMF Control
SC-28
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001199
Version
WN22-00-000250
Vuln IDs
  • V-254262
Rule IDs
  • SV-254262r848602_rule
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). Satisfies: SRG-OS-000185-GPOS-00079, SRG-OS-000404-GPOS-00183, SRG-OS-000405-GPOS-00184
Checks: C-57747r848600_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 they do not, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57698r848601_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.

b
Windows Server 2022 must implement protection methods such as TLS, encrypted VPNs, or IPsec 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-254263 - SV-254263r848605_rule
RMF Control
SC-8
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002420
Version
WN22-00-000260
Vuln IDs
  • V-254263
Rule IDs
  • SV-254263r848605_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000425-GPOS-00189, SRG-OS-000426-GPOS-00190
Checks: C-57748r848603_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-57699r848604_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.

b
Windows Server 2022 must have the roles and features required by the system documented.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254264 - SV-254264r848608_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-00-000270
Vuln IDs
  • V-254264
Rule IDs
  • SV-254264r848608_rule
Unnecessary roles and features increase the attack surface of a system. Limiting roles and features of a system to only those necessary reduces this potential. The standard installation option (previously called Server Core) further reduces this when selected at installation.
Checks: C-57749r848606_chk

Required roles and features will vary based on the function of the individual system. Roles and features specifically required to be disabled per the STIG are identified in separate requirements. If the organization has not documented the roles and features required for the system(s), this is a finding. The PowerShell command "Get-WindowsFeature" will list all roles and features with an "Install State".

Fix: F-57700r848607_fix

Document the roles and features required for the system to operate. Uninstall any that are not required.

b
Windows Server 2022 must have a host-based firewall installed and enabled.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254265 - SV-254265r848611_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000280
Vuln IDs
  • V-254265
Rule IDs
  • SV-254265r848611_rule
A firewall provides a line of defense against attack, allowing or blocking inbound and outbound connections based on a set of rules. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227, SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00232
Checks: C-57750r848609_chk

Determine if a host-based firewall is installed and enabled on the system. If a host-based firewall is not installed and enabled on the system, this is a finding. The configuration requirements will be determined by the applicable firewall STIG.

Fix: F-57701r848610_fix

Install and enable a host-based firewall on the system.

b
Windows Server 2022 must employ automated mechanisms to determine the state of system components with regard to flaw remediation using the following frequency: continuously, where Endpoint Security Solution (ESS) is used; 30 days, for any additional internal network scans not covered by ESS; and annually, for external scans by Computer Network Defense Service Provider (CNDSP).
SI-2 - Medium - CCI-001233 - V-254266 - SV-254266r849353_rule
RMF Control
SI-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001233
Version
WN22-00-000290
Vuln IDs
  • V-254266
Rule IDs
  • SV-254266r849353_rule
Without the use of automated mechanisms to scan for security flaws on a continuous and/or periodic basis, the operating system or other system components may remain vulnerable to the exploits presented by undetected software flaws. The operating system may have an integrated solution incorporating continuous scanning using ESS and periodic scanning using other tools.
Checks: C-57751r848612_chk

Verify DoD-approved ESS software is installed and properly operating. Ask the site Information System Security Manager (ISSM) for documentation of the ESS software installation and configuration. If the ISSM is not able to provide a documented configuration for an installed ESS or if the ESS software is not properly maintained or used, this is a finding. Note: Example of documentation can be a copy of the site's configuration control board (CCB)-approved software baseline with version of software noted or a memo from the ISSM stating current ESS software and version.

Fix: F-57702r848613_fix

Install a DoD-approved ESS software and ensure it is operating continuously.

b
Windows Server 2022 must automatically remove or disable temporary user accounts after 72 hours.
AC-2 - Medium - CCI-000016 - V-254267 - SV-254267r848617_rule
RMF Control
AC-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000016
Version
WN22-00-000300
Vuln IDs
  • V-254267
Rule IDs
  • SV-254267r848617_rule
If temporary user accounts remain active when no longer needed or for an excessive period, these accounts may be used to gain unauthorized access. To mitigate this risk, automated termination of all temporary accounts must be set upon account creation. Temporary accounts are established as part of normal account activation procedures when there is a need for short-term accounts without the demand for immediacy in account activation. If temporary accounts are used, the operating system must be configured to automatically terminate these types of accounts after a DoD-defined time period of 72 hours. To address access requirements, many operating systems may be integrated with enterprise-level authentication/access mechanisms that meet or exceed access control policy requirements.
Checks: C-57752r848615_chk

Review temporary user accounts for expiration dates. Determine if temporary user accounts are used and identify any that exist. If none exist, this is NA. Domain Controllers: Open "PowerShell". Enter "Search-ADAccount -AccountExpiring | FT Name, AccountExpirationDate". If "AccountExpirationDate" has not been defined within 72 hours for any temporary user account, this is a finding. Member servers and standalone or nondomain-joined systems: Open "Command Prompt". Run "Net user [username]", where [username] is the name of the temporary user account. If "Account expires" has not been defined within 72 hours for any temporary user account, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57703r848616_fix

Configure temporary user accounts to automatically expire within 72 hours. Domain accounts can be configured with an account expiration date, under "Account" properties. Local accounts can be configured to expire with the command "Net user [username] /expires:[mm/dd/yyyy]", where [username] is the name of the temporary user account. Delete any temporary user accounts that are no longer necessary.

b
Windows Server 2022 must automatically remove or disable emergency accounts after the crisis is resolved or within 72 hours.
AC-2 - Medium - CCI-001682 - V-254268 - SV-254268r848620_rule
RMF Control
AC-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001682
Version
WN22-00-000310
Vuln IDs
  • V-254268
Rule IDs
  • SV-254268r848620_rule
Emergency administrator accounts are privileged accounts established in response to crisis situations where the need for rapid account activation is required. Therefore, emergency account activation may bypass normal account authorization processes. If these accounts are automatically disabled, system maintenance during emergencies may not be possible, thus adversely affecting system availability. Emergency administrator accounts are different from infrequently used accounts (i.e., local logon accounts used by system administrators when network or normal logon/access is not available). Infrequently used accounts are not subject to automatic termination dates. Emergency accounts are accounts created in response to crisis situations, usually for use by maintenance personnel. The automatic expiration or disabling time period may be extended as needed until the crisis is resolved; however, it must not be extended indefinitely. A permanent account must be established for privileged users who need long-term maintenance accounts. To address access requirements, many operating systems can be integrated with enterprise-level authentication/access mechanisms that meet or exceed access control policy requirements.
Checks: C-57753r848618_chk

Determine if emergency administrator accounts are used and identify any that exist. If none exist, this is NA. If emergency administrator accounts cannot be configured with an expiration date due to an ongoing crisis, the accounts must be disabled or removed when the crisis is resolved. If emergency administrator accounts have not been configured with an expiration date or have not been disabled or removed following the resolution of a crisis, this is a finding. Domain Controllers: Open "PowerShell". Enter "Search-ADAccount -AccountExpiring | FT Name, AccountExpirationDate". If "AccountExpirationDate" has been defined and is not within 72 hours for an emergency administrator account, this is a finding. Member servers and standalone or nondomain-joined systems: Open "Command Prompt". Run "Net user [username]", where [username] is the name of the emergency account. If "Account expires" has been defined and is not within 72 hours for an emergency administrator account, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57704r848619_fix

Remove emergency administrator accounts after a crisis has been resolved or configure the accounts to automatically expire within 72 hours. Domain accounts can be configured with an account expiration date, under "Account" properties. Local accounts can be configured to expire with the command "Net user [username] /expires:[mm/dd/yyyy]", where [username] is the name of the temporary user account.

b
Windows Server 2022 must not have the Fax Server role installed.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254269 - SV-254269r848623_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-00-000320
Vuln IDs
  • V-254269
Rule IDs
  • SV-254269r848623_rule
Unnecessary services increase the attack surface of a system. Some of these services may not support required levels of authentication or encryption or may provide unauthorized access to the system.
Checks: C-57754r848621_chk

Open "PowerShell". Enter "Get-WindowsFeature | Where Name -eq Fax". If "Installed State" is "Installed", this is a finding. An Installed State of "Available" or "Removed" is not a finding.

Fix: F-57705r848622_fix

Uninstall the "Fax Server" role. Start "Server Manager". Select the server with the role. Scroll down to "ROLES AND FEATURES" in the right pane. Select "Remove Roles and Features" from the drop-down "TASKS" list. Select the appropriate server on the "Server Selection" page and click "Next". Deselect "Fax Server" on the "Roles" page. Click "Next" and "Remove" as prompted.

b
Windows Server 2022 must not have the Microsoft FTP service installed unless required by the organization.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000382 - V-254270 - SV-254270r848626_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000382
Version
WN22-00-000330
Vuln IDs
  • V-254270
Rule IDs
  • SV-254270r848626_rule
Unnecessary services increase the attack surface of a system. Some of these services may not support required levels of authentication or encryption.
Checks: C-57755r848624_chk

If the server has the role of an FTP server, this is NA. Open "PowerShell". Enter "Get-WindowsFeature | Where Name -eq Web-Ftp-Service". If "Installed State" is "Installed", this is a finding. An Installed State of "Available" or "Removed" is not a finding. If the system has the role of an FTP server, this must be documented with the Information System Security Officer (ISSO).

Fix: F-57706r848625_fix

Uninstall the "FTP Server" role. Start "Server Manager". Select the server with the role. Scroll down to "ROLES AND FEATURES" in the right pane. Select "Remove Roles and Features" from the drop-down "TASKS" list. Select the appropriate server on the "Server Selection" page and click "Next". Deselect "FTP Server" under "Web Server (IIS)" on the "Roles" page. Click "Next" and "Remove" as prompted.

b
Windows Server 2022 must not have the Peer Name Resolution Protocol installed.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254271 - SV-254271r848629_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-00-000340
Vuln IDs
  • V-254271
Rule IDs
  • SV-254271r848629_rule
Unnecessary services increase the attack surface of a system. Some of these services may not support required levels of authentication or encryption or may provide unauthorized access to the system.
Checks: C-57756r848627_chk

Open "PowerShell". Enter "Get-WindowsFeature | Where Name -eq PNRP". If "Installed State" is "Installed", this is a finding. An Installed State of "Available" or "Removed" is not a finding.

Fix: F-57707r848628_fix

Uninstall the "Peer Name Resolution Protocol" feature. Start "Server Manager". Select the server with the feature. Scroll down to "ROLES AND FEATURES" in the right pane. Select "Remove Roles and Features" from the drop-down "TASKS" list. Select the appropriate server on the "Server Selection" page and click "Next". Deselect "Peer Name Resolution Protocol" on the "Features" page. Click "Next" and "Remove" as prompted.

b
Windows Server 2022 must not have Simple TCP/IP Services installed.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254272 - SV-254272r848632_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-00-000350
Vuln IDs
  • V-254272
Rule IDs
  • SV-254272r848632_rule
Unnecessary services increase the attack surface of a system. Some of these services may not support required levels of authentication or encryption or may provide unauthorized access to the system.
Checks: C-57757r848630_chk

Open "PowerShell". Enter "Get-WindowsFeature | Where Name -eq Simple-TCPIP". If "Installed State" is "Installed", this is a finding. An Installed State of "Available" or "Removed" is not a finding.

Fix: F-57708r848631_fix

Uninstall the "Simple TCP/IP Services" feature. Start "Server Manager". Select the server with the feature. Scroll down to "ROLES AND FEATURES" in the right pane. Select "Remove Roles and Features" from the drop-down "TASKS" list. Select the appropriate server on the "Server Selection" page and click "Next". Deselect "Simple TCP/IP Services" on the "Features" page. Click "Next" and "Remove" as prompted.

b
Windows Server 2022 must not have the Telnet Client installed.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000382 - V-254273 - SV-254273r848635_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000382
Version
WN22-00-000360
Vuln IDs
  • V-254273
Rule IDs
  • SV-254273r848635_rule
Unnecessary services increase the attack surface of a system. Some of these services may not support required levels of authentication or encryption or may provide unauthorized access to the system.
Checks: C-57758r848633_chk

Open "PowerShell". Enter "Get-WindowsFeature | Where Name -eq Telnet-Client". If "Installed State" is "Installed", this is a finding. An Installed State of "Available" or "Removed" is not a finding.

Fix: F-57709r848634_fix

Uninstall the "Telnet Client" feature. Start "Server Manager". Select the server with the feature. Scroll down to "ROLES AND FEATURES" in the right pane. Select "Remove Roles and Features" from the drop-down "TASKS" list. Select the appropriate server on the "Server Selection" page and click "Next". Deselect "Telnet Client" on the "Features" page. Click "Next" and "Remove" as prompted.

b
Windows Server 2022 must not have the TFTP Client installed.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254274 - SV-254274r848638_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-00-000370
Vuln IDs
  • V-254274
Rule IDs
  • SV-254274r848638_rule
Unnecessary services increase the attack surface of a system. Some of these services may not support required levels of authentication or encryption or may provide unauthorized access to the system.
Checks: C-57759r848636_chk

Open "PowerShell". Enter "Get-WindowsFeature | Where Name -eq TFTP-Client". If "Installed State" is "Installed", this is a finding. An Installed State of "Available" or "Removed" is not a finding.

Fix: F-57710r848637_fix

Uninstall the "TFTP Client" feature. Start "Server Manager". Select the server with the feature. Scroll down to "ROLES AND FEATURES" in the right pane. Select "Remove Roles and Features" from the drop-down "TASKS" list. Select the appropriate server on the "Server Selection" page and click "Next". Deselect "TFTP Client" on the "Features" page. Click "Next" and "Remove" as prompted.

b
Windows Server 2022 must not the Server Message Block (SMB) v1 protocol installed.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254275 - SV-254275r848641_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-00-000380
Vuln IDs
  • V-254275
Rule IDs
  • SV-254275r848641_rule
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 and is not FIPS compliant.
Checks: C-57760r848639_chk

Different methods are available to disable SMBv1 on Windows Server 2022. This is the preferred method, however if WN22-00-000390 and WN22-00-000400 are configured, this is NA. Open "Windows PowerShell" with elevated privileges (run as administrator). Enter "Get-WindowsFeature -Name FS-SMB1". If "Installed State" is "Installed", this is a finding. An Installed State of "Available" or "Removed" is not a finding.

Fix: F-57711r848640_fix

Uninstall the SMBv1 protocol. Open "Windows PowerShell" with elevated privileges (run as administrator). Enter "Uninstall-WindowsFeature -Name FS-SMB1 -Restart". (Omit the Restart parameter if an immediate restart of the system cannot be done.) Alternately: Start "Server Manager". Select the server with the feature. Scroll down to "ROLES AND FEATURES" in the right pane. Select "Remove Roles and Features" from the drop-down "TASKS" list. Select the appropriate server on the "Server Selection" page and click "Next". Deselect "SMB 1.0/CIFS File Sharing Support" on the "Features" page. Click "Next" and "Remove" as prompted.

b
Windows Server 2022 must have the Server Message Block (SMB) v1 protocol disabled on the SMB server.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254276 - SV-254276r848644_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-00-000390
Vuln IDs
  • V-254276
Rule IDs
  • SV-254276r848644_rule
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.
Checks: C-57761r848642_chk

Different methods are available to disable SMBv1 on Windows Server 2022, if WN22-00-000380 is configured, 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-57712r848643_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
Windows Server 2022 must have the Server Message Block (SMB) v1 protocol disabled on the SMB client.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254277 - SV-254277r848647_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-00-000400
Vuln IDs
  • V-254277
Rule IDs
  • SV-254277r848647_rule
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.
Checks: C-57762r848645_chk

Different methods are available to disable SMBv1 on Windows Server 2022, if WN22-00-000380 is configured, 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)

Fix: F-57713r848646_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". The system must be restarted for the changes 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
Windows Server 2022 must not have Windows PowerShell 2.0 installed.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254278 - SV-254278r848650_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-00-000410
Vuln IDs
  • V-254278
Rule IDs
  • SV-254278r848650_rule
Windows PowerShell 5.x added advanced logging features that can provide additional detail when malware has been run on a system. Disabling the Windows PowerShell 2.0 mitigates against a downgrade attack that evades the Windows PowerShell 5.x script block logging feature.
Checks: C-57763r848648_chk

Open "PowerShell". Enter "Get-WindowsFeature | Where Name -eq PowerShell-v2". If "Installed State" is "Installed", this is a finding. An Installed State of "Available" or "Removed" is not a finding.

Fix: F-57714r848649_fix

Uninstall the "Windows PowerShell 2.0 Engine". Start "Server Manager". Select the server with the feature. Scroll down to "ROLES AND FEATURES" in the right pane. Select "Remove Roles and Features" from the drop-down "TASKS" list. Select the appropriate server on the "Server Selection" page and click "Next". Deselect "Windows PowerShell 2.0 Engine" under "Windows PowerShell" on the "Features" page. Click "Next" and "Remove" as prompted.

b
Windows Server 2022 FTP servers must be configured to prevent anonymous logons.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254279 - SV-254279r848653_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000420
Vuln IDs
  • V-254279
Rule IDs
  • SV-254279r848653_rule
The FTP service allows remote users to access shared files and directories. Allowing anonymous FTP connections makes user auditing difficult. Using accounts that have administrator privileges to log on to FTP risks that the userid and password will be captured on the network and give administrator access to an unauthorized user.
Checks: C-57764r848651_chk

If FTP is not installed on the system, this is NA. Open "Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager". Select the server. Double-click "FTP Authentication". If the "Anonymous Authentication" status is "Enabled", this is a finding.

Fix: F-57715r848652_fix

Configure the FTP service to prevent anonymous logons. Open "Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager". Select the server. Double-click "FTP Authentication". Select "Anonymous Authentication". Select "Disabled" under "Actions".

b
Windows Server 2022 FTP servers must be configured to prevent access to the system drive.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254280 - SV-254280r848656_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000430
Vuln IDs
  • V-254280
Rule IDs
  • SV-254280r848656_rule
The FTP service allows remote users to access shared files and directories that could provide access to system resources and compromise the system, especially if the user can gain access to the root directory of the boot drive.
Checks: C-57765r848654_chk

If FTP is not installed on the system, this is NA. Open "Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager". Select "Sites" under the server name. For any sites with a Binding that lists FTP, right-click the site and select "Explore". If the site is not defined to a specific folder for shared FTP resources, this is a finding. If the site includes any system areas such as root of the drive, Program Files, or Windows directories, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57716r848655_fix

Configure the FTP sites to allow access only to specific FTP shared resources. Do not allow access to other areas of the system.

a
The Windows Server 2022 time service must synchronize with an appropriate DOD time source.
AU-8 - Low - CCI-001891 - V-254281 - SV-254281r921940_rule
RMF Control
AU-8
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-001891
Version
WN22-00-000440
Vuln IDs
  • V-254281
Rule IDs
  • SV-254281r921940_rule
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-57766r921938_chk

Review the Windows time service configuration. Open an elevated "Command Prompt" (run as administrator). Enter "W32tm /query /configuration". Domain-joined systems (excluding the domain controller with the PDC emulator role): If the value for "Type" under "NTP Client" is not "NT5DS", this is a finding. Other systems: If systems are configured with a "Type" of "NTP", including standalone or nondomain-joined systems and the domain controller with the PDC Emulator role, and do not have a DOD time server defined for "NTPServer", this is a finding. To determine the domain controller with the PDC Emulator role: Open "PowerShell". Enter "Get-ADDomain | FT PDCEmulator".

Fix: F-57717r921939_fix

Configure the system to synchronize time with an appropriate DOD time source. Domain-joined systems use NT5DS to synchronize time from other systems in the domain by default. 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. Change "Configure Windows NTP Client" to "Enabled", and configure the "NtpServer" field to point to an appropriate DOD time server. The US Naval Observatory operates stratum 1 time servers, identified at https://www.cnmoc.usff.navy.mil/Our-Commands/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.

b
Windows Server 2022 must have orphaned security identifiers (SIDs) removed from user rights.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254282 - SV-254282r848662_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000450
Vuln IDs
  • V-254282
Rule IDs
  • SV-254282r848662_rule
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.
Checks: C-57767r848660_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 that begins with "*S-1-".) If any unresolved SIDs exist and are not for currently valid accounts or groups, this is a finding. For server core installations, run the following command: Secedit /export /areas USER_RIGHTS /cfg c:\path\UserRights.txt The results in the file identify user right assignments by SID instead of group name. Review the SIDs for unidentified ones. A list of typical SIDs \ Groups is below, search Microsoft for articles on well known SIDs for others. If any unresolved SIDs exist and are not for currently valid accounts or groups, this is a finding. SID - Group S-1-5-11 - Authenticated Users S-1-5-113 - Local account S-1-5-114 - Local account and member of Administrators group S-1-5-19 - Local Service S-1-5-20 - Network Service S-1-5-32-544 - Administrators S-1-5-32-546 - Guests S-1-5-6 - Service S-1-5-9 - Enterprise Domain Controllers S-1-5-domain-512 - Domain Admins S-1-5-root domain-519 - Enterprise Admins S-1-5-80-3139157870-2983391045-3678747466-658725712-1809340420 - NT Service\WdiServiceHost

Fix: F-57718r848661_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 Server 2022 systems must have Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) firmware and be configured to run in UEFI mode, not Legacy BIOS.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254283 - SV-254283r848665_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000460
Vuln IDs
  • V-254283
Rule IDs
  • SV-254283r848665_rule
UEFI provides additional security features in comparison to legacy BIOS firmware, including Secure Boot. UEFI is required to support additional security features in Windows, including Virtualization Based Security and Credential Guard. Systems with UEFI that are operating in "Legacy BIOS" mode will not support these security features.
Checks: C-57768r848663_chk

Devices that have UEFI firmware must run in "UEFI" mode. Verify the system firmware is configured to run in "UEFI" mode, not "Legacy BIOS". Run "System Information". Under "System Summary", if "BIOS Mode" does not display "UEFI", this is a finding.

Fix: F-57719r848664_fix

Configure UEFI firmware to run in "UEFI" mode, not "Legacy BIOS" mode.

b
Windows Server 2022 must have Secure Boot enabled.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254284 - SV-254284r848668_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-00-000470
Vuln IDs
  • V-254284
Rule IDs
  • SV-254284r848668_rule
Secure Boot is a standard that ensures systems boot only to a trusted operating system. Secure Boot is required to support additional security features in Windows, including Virtualization Based Security and Credential Guard. If Secure Boot is turned off, these security features will not function.
Checks: C-57769r848666_chk

Devices that have UEFI firmware must have Secure Boot enabled. Run "System Information". Under "System Summary", if "Secure Boot State" does not display "On", this is a finding. On server core installations, run the following PowerShell command: Confirm-SecureBootUEFI If a value of "True" is not returned, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57720r848667_fix

Enable Secure Boot in the system firmware.

b
Windows Server 2022 account lockout duration must be configured to 15 minutes or greater.
AC-7 - Medium - CCI-002238 - V-254285 - SV-254285r848671_rule
RMF Control
AC-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002238
Version
WN22-AC-000010
Vuln IDs
  • V-254285
Rule IDs
  • SV-254285r848671_rule
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-57770r848669_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. For server core installations, run the following command: Secedit /Export /Areas SecurityPolicy /CFG C:\Path\FileName.Txt If "LockoutDuration" is less than "15" (excluding "0") in the file, 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-57721r848670_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
Windows Server 2022 must have the number of allowed bad logon attempts configured to three or less.
AC-7 - Medium - CCI-000044 - V-254286 - SV-254286r848674_rule
RMF Control
AC-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000044
Version
WN22-AC-000020
Vuln IDs
  • V-254286
Rule IDs
  • SV-254286r848674_rule
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 normal user logon.
Checks: C-57771r848672_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. For server core installations, run the following command: Secedit /Export /Areas SecurityPolicy /CFG C:\Path\FileName.Txt If "LockoutBadCount" equals "0" or is greater than "3" in the file, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57722r848673_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 must have the period of time before the bad logon counter is reset configured to 15 minutes or greater.
AC-7 - Medium - CCI-000044 - V-254287 - SV-254287r848677_rule
RMF Control
AC-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000044
Version
WN22-AC-000030
Vuln IDs
  • V-254287
Rule IDs
  • SV-254287r848677_rule
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-57772r848675_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. For server core installations, run the following command: Secedit /Export /Areas SecurityPolicy /CFG C:\Path\FileName.Txt If "ResetLockoutCount" is less than "15" in the file, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57723r848676_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
Windows Server 2022 password history must be configured to 24 passwords remembered.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000200 - V-254288 - SV-254288r848680_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000200
Version
WN22-AC-000040
Vuln IDs
  • V-254288
Rule IDs
  • SV-254288r848680_rule
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-57773r848678_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. For server core installations, run the following command: Secedit /Export /Areas SecurityPolicy /CFG C:\Path\FileName.Txt If "PasswordHistorySize" is less than "24" in the file, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57724r848679_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 maximum password age must be configured to 60 days or less.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000199 - V-254289 - SV-254289r848683_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000199
Version
WN22-AC-000050
Vuln IDs
  • V-254289
Rule IDs
  • SV-254289r848683_rule
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-57774r848681_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. For server core installations, run the following command: Secedit /Export /Areas SecurityPolicy /CFG C:\Path\FileName.Txt If "MaximumPasswordAge" is greater than "60" or equal to "0" in the file, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57725r848682_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
Windows Server 2022 minimum password age must be configured to at least one day.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000198 - V-254290 - SV-254290r848686_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000198
Version
WN22-AC-000060
Vuln IDs
  • V-254290
Rule IDs
  • SV-254290r848686_rule
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-57775r848684_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. For server core installations, run the following command: Secedit /Export /Areas SecurityPolicy /CFG C:\Path\FileName.Txt If "MinimumPasswordAge" equals "0" in the file, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57726r848685_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
Windows Server 2022 minimum password length must be configured to 14 characters.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000205 - V-254291 - SV-254291r890539_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000205
Version
WN22-AC-000070
Vuln IDs
  • V-254291
Rule IDs
  • SV-254291r890539_rule
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-57776r848687_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. For server core installations, run the following command: Secedit /Export /Areas SecurityPolicy /CFG C:\Path\FileName.Txt If "MinimumPasswordLength" is less than "14" in the file, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57727r848688_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 must have the built-in Windows password complexity policy enabled.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000192 - V-254292 - SV-254292r848692_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000192
Version
WN22-AC-000080
Vuln IDs
  • V-254292
Rule IDs
  • SV-254292r848692_rule
The use of complex passwords increases their strength against attack. The built-in Windows password complexity policy requires passwords to contain at least three of the four types of characters (numbers, uppercase and lowercase letters, and special characters) and prevents the inclusion of user names or parts of user names. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000069-GPOS-00037, SRG-OS-000070-GPOS-00038, SRG-OS-000071-GPOS-00039, SRG-OS-000266-GPOS-00101
Checks: C-57777r848690_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. For server core installations, run the following command: Secedit /Export /Areas SecurityPolicy /CFG C:\Path\FileName.Txt If "PasswordComplexity" equals "0" in the file, this is a finding. Note: If an external password filter is in use that enforces all four character types and requires this setting to 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-57728r848691_fix

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

c
Windows Server 2022 reversible password encryption must be disabled.
IA-5 - High - CCI-000196 - V-254293 - SV-254293r877397_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000196
Version
WN22-AC-000090
Vuln IDs
  • V-254293
Rule IDs
  • SV-254293r877397_rule
Storing passwords using reversible encryption is essentially the same as storing clear-text versions of the passwords, which are easily compromised. For this reason, this policy must never be enabled.
Checks: C-57778r848693_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 passwords using reversible encryption" is not set to "Disabled", this is a finding. For server core installations, run the following command: Secedit /Export /Areas SecurityPolicy /CFG C:\Path\FileName.Txt If "ClearTextPassword" equals "1" in the file, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57729r848694_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 audit records must be backed up to a different system or media than the system being audited.
AU-4 - Medium - CCI-001851 - V-254294 - SV-254294r877390_rule
RMF Control
AU-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001851
Version
WN22-AU-000010
Vuln IDs
  • V-254294
Rule IDs
  • SV-254294r877390_rule
Protection of log data includes ensuring 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-57779r848696_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-57730r848697_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 must, at a minimum, offload audit records of interconnected systems in real time and offload standalone or nondomain-joined systems weekly.
AU-4 - Medium - CCI-001851 - V-254295 - SV-254295r848701_rule
RMF Control
AU-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001851
Version
WN22-AU-000020
Vuln IDs
  • V-254295
Rule IDs
  • SV-254295r848701_rule
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-57780r848699_chk

Verify the audit records, at a minimum, are offloaded for interconnected systems in real time and offloaded for standalone or nondomain-joined systems weekly. If they are not, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57731r848700_fix

Configure the system to, at a minimum, offload audit records of interconnected systems in real time and offload standalone or nondomain-joined systems weekly.

b
Windows Server 2022 permissions for the Application event log must prevent access by nonprivileged accounts.
AU-9 - Medium - CCI-000162 - V-254296 - SV-254296r848704_rule
RMF Control
AU-9
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000162
Version
WN22-AU-000030
Vuln IDs
  • V-254296
Rule IDs
  • SV-254296r848704_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000057-GPOS-00027, SRG-OS-000058-GPOS-00028, SRG-OS-000059-GPOS-00029
Checks: C-57781r848702_chk

Navigate to the Application event log file. The default location is the "%SystemRoot%\System32\winevt\Logs" folder. However, the logs may have been moved to another folder. If the permissions for the "Application.evtx" file are not as restrictive as the default permissions listed below, this is a finding: Eventlog - Full Control SYSTEM - Full Control Administrators - Full Control

Fix: F-57732r848703_fix

Configure the permissions on the Application event log file (Application.evtx) to prevent access by nonprivileged accounts. 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" folder. If the location of the logs has been changed, when adding Eventlog to the permissions, it must be entered as "NT Service\Eventlog".

b
Windows Server 2022 permissions for the Security event log must prevent access by nonprivileged accounts.
AU-9 - Medium - CCI-000162 - V-254297 - SV-254297r848707_rule
RMF Control
AU-9
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000162
Version
WN22-AU-000040
Vuln IDs
  • V-254297
Rule IDs
  • SV-254297r848707_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000057-GPOS-00027, SRG-OS-000058-GPOS-00028, SRG-OS-000059-GPOS-00029
Checks: C-57782r848705_chk

Navigate to the Security event log file. The default location is the "%SystemRoot%\System32\winevt\Logs" folder. However, the logs may have been moved to another folder. If the permissions for the "Security.evtx" file are not as restrictive as the default permissions listed below, this is a finding: Eventlog - Full Control SYSTEM - Full Control Administrators - Full Control

Fix: F-57733r848706_fix

Configure the permissions on the Security event log file (Security.evtx) to prevent access by nonprivileged accounts. 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" folder. If the location of the logs has been changed, when adding Eventlog to the permissions, it must be entered as "NT Service\Eventlog".

b
Windows Server 2022 permissions for the System event log must prevent access by nonprivileged accounts.
AU-9 - Medium - CCI-000162 - V-254298 - SV-254298r848710_rule
RMF Control
AU-9
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000162
Version
WN22-AU-000050
Vuln IDs
  • V-254298
Rule IDs
  • SV-254298r848710_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000057-GPOS-00027, SRG-OS-000058-GPOS-00028, SRG-OS-000059-GPOS-00029
Checks: C-57783r848708_chk

Navigate to the System event log file. The default location is the "%SystemRoot%\System32\winevt\Logs" folder. However, the logs may have been moved to another folder. If the permissions for the "System.evtx" file are not as restrictive as the default permissions listed below, this is a finding: Eventlog - Full Control SYSTEM - Full Control Administrators - Full Control

Fix: F-57734r848709_fix

Configure the permissions on the System event log file (System.evtx) to prevent access by nonprivileged accounts. 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" folder. If the location of the logs has been changed, when adding Eventlog to the permissions, it must be entered as "NT Service\Eventlog".

b
Windows Server 2022 Event Viewer must be protected from unauthorized modification and deletion.
AU-9 - Medium - CCI-001494 - V-254299 - SV-254299r848713_rule
RMF Control
AU-9
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001494
Version
WN22-AU-000060
Vuln IDs
  • V-254299
Rule IDs
  • SV-254299r848713_rule
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 to make access decisions regarding the modification or deletion of audit tools. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000257-GPOS-00098, SRG-OS-000258-GPOS-00099
Checks: C-57784r848711_chk

Navigate to "%SystemRoot%\System32". View the permissions on "Eventvwr.exe". If any groups or accounts other than TrustedInstaller have "Full control" or "Modify" permissions, this is a finding. The default permissions below satisfy this requirement: TrustedInstaller - Full Control Administrators, SYSTEM, Users, ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES, ALL RESTRICTED APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read & Execute

Fix: F-57735r848712_fix

Configure the permissions on the "Eventvwr.exe" file to prevent modification by any groups or accounts other than TrustedInstaller. The default permissions listed below satisfy this requirement: TrustedInstaller - Full Control Administrators, SYSTEM, Users, ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES, ALL RESTRICTED APPLICATION PACKAGES - Read & Execute The default location is the "%SystemRoot%\System32" folder.

b
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Account Logon - Credential Validation successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254300 - SV-254300r848716_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000070
Vuln IDs
  • V-254300
Rule IDs
  • SV-254300r848716_rule
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-57785r848714_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57736r848715_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Account Logon - Credential Validation failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254301 - SV-254301r848719_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000080
Vuln IDs
  • V-254301
Rule IDs
  • SV-254301r848719_rule
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-57786r848717_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57737r848718_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 2022 must be configured to audit Account Management - Other Account Management Events successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254302 - SV-254302r848722_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000090
Vuln IDs
  • V-254302
Rule IDs
  • SV-254302r848722_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000064-GPOS-00033, SRG-OS-000462-GPOS-00206, SRG-OS-000466-GPOS-00210
Checks: C-57787r848720_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57738r848721_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Account Management - Security Group Management successes.
AC-2 - Medium - CCI-000018 - V-254303 - SV-254303r848725_rule
RMF Control
AC-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000018
Version
WN22-AU-000100
Vuln IDs
  • V-254303
Rule IDs
  • SV-254303r848725_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000004-GPOS-00004, SRG-OS-000239-GPOS-00089, SRG-OS-000240-GPOS-00090, SRG-OS-000241-GPOS-00091, SRG-OS-000303-GPOS-00120, SRG-OS-000476-GPOS-00221
Checks: C-57788r848723_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57739r848724_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Account Management - User Account Management successes.
AC-2 - Medium - CCI-000018 - V-254304 - SV-254304r848728_rule
RMF Control
AC-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000018
Version
WN22-AU-000110
Vuln IDs
  • V-254304
Rule IDs
  • SV-254304r848728_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000004-GPOS-00004, SRG-OS-000239-GPOS-00089, SRG-OS-000240-GPOS-00090, SRG-OS-000241-GPOS-00091, SRG-OS-000303-GPOS-00120, SRG-OS-000476-GPOS-00221
Checks: C-57789r848726_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57740r848727_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Account Management - User Account Management failures.
AC-2 - Medium - CCI-000018 - V-254305 - SV-254305r848731_rule
RMF Control
AC-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000018
Version
WN22-AU-000120
Vuln IDs
  • V-254305
Rule IDs
  • SV-254305r848731_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000004-GPOS-00004, SRG-OS-000239-GPOS-00089, SRG-OS-000240-GPOS-00090, SRG-OS-000241-GPOS-00091, SRG-OS-000303-GPOS-00120, SRG-OS-000476-GPOS-00221
Checks: C-57790r848729_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57741r848730_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Detailed Tracking - Plug and Play Events successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254306 - SV-254306r848734_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000130
Vuln IDs
  • V-254306
Rule IDs
  • SV-254306r848734_rule
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. Plug and Play activity records events related to the successful connection of external devices.
Checks: C-57791r848732_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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 >> Plug and Play Events - Success

Fix: F-57742r848733_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration >> System Audit Policies >> Detailed Tracking >> Audit PNP Activity with "Success" selected.

b
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Detailed Tracking - Process Creation successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254307 - SV-254307r848737_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000140
Vuln IDs
  • V-254307
Rule IDs
  • SV-254307r848737_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000471-GPOS-00215
Checks: C-57792r848735_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57743r848736_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 2022 must be configured to audit Logon/Logoff - Account Lockout failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254309 - SV-254309r848743_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000160
Vuln IDs
  • V-254309
Rule IDs
  • SV-254309r848743_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000240-GPOS-00090, SRG-OS-000470-GPOS-00214
Checks: C-57794r848741_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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 >> Account Lockout - Failure

Fix: F-57745r848742_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Logon/Logoff - Group Membership successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254310 - SV-254310r848746_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000170
Vuln IDs
  • V-254310
Rule IDs
  • SV-254310r848746_rule
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 Group Membership records information related to the group membership of a user's logon token.
Checks: C-57795r848744_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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 >> Group Membership - Success

Fix: F-57746r848745_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit logoff successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254311 - SV-254311r848749_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000180
Vuln IDs
  • V-254311
Rule IDs
  • SV-254311r848749_rule
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-57796r848747_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57747r848748_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit logon successes.
AC-17 - Medium - CCI-000067 - V-254312 - SV-254312r848752_rule
RMF Control
AC-17
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000067
Version
WN22-AU-000190
Vuln IDs
  • V-254312
Rule IDs
  • SV-254312r848752_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000032-GPOS-00013, SRG-OS-000470-GPOS-00214, SRG-OS-000472-GPOS-00217, SRG-OS-000473-GPOS-00218, SRG-OS-000475-GPOS-00220
Checks: C-57797r848750_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57748r848751_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit logon failures.
AC-17 - Medium - CCI-000067 - V-254313 - SV-254313r848755_rule
RMF Control
AC-17
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000067
Version
WN22-AU-000200
Vuln IDs
  • V-254313
Rule IDs
  • SV-254313r848755_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000032-GPOS-00013, SRG-OS-000470-GPOS-00214, SRG-OS-000472-GPOS-00217, SRG-OS-000473-GPOS-00218, SRG-OS-000475-GPOS-00220
Checks: C-57798r848753_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57749r848754_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Logon/Logoff - Special Logon successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254314 - SV-254314r848758_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000210
Vuln IDs
  • V-254314
Rule IDs
  • SV-254314r848758_rule
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 that have administrative privileges and can be used to elevate processes. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000470-GPOS-00214, SRG-OS-000472-GPOS-00217, SRG-OS-000473-GPOS-00218, SRG-OS-000475-GPOS-00220
Checks: C-57799r848756_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57750r848757_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Object Access - Other Object Access Events successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254315 - SV-254315r848761_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000220
Vuln IDs
  • V-254315
Rule IDs
  • SV-254315r848761_rule
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. Auditing for other object access records events related to the management of task scheduler jobs and COM+ objects.
Checks: C-57800r848759_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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 >> Other Object Access Events - Success

Fix: F-57751r848760_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Object Access - Other Object Access Events failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254316 - SV-254316r848764_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000230
Vuln IDs
  • V-254316
Rule IDs
  • SV-254316r848764_rule
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. Auditing for other object access records events related to the management of task scheduler jobs and COM+ objects.
Checks: C-57801r848762_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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 >> Other Object Access Events - Failure

Fix: F-57752r848763_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Object Access - Removable Storage successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254317 - SV-254317r848767_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000240
Vuln IDs
  • V-254317
Rule IDs
  • SV-254317r848767_rule
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-57802r848765_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57753r848766_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Object Access - Removable Storage failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254318 - SV-254318r848770_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000250
Vuln IDs
  • V-254318
Rule IDs
  • SV-254318r848770_rule
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-57803r848768_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57754r848769_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Policy Change - Audit Policy Change successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254319 - SV-254319r848773_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000260
Vuln IDs
  • V-254319
Rule IDs
  • SV-254319r848773_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57804r848771_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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 Audit Policy Change - Success

Fix: F-57755r848772_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Policy Change - Audit Policy Change failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254320 - SV-254320r848776_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000270
Vuln IDs
  • V-254320
Rule IDs
  • SV-254320r848776_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57805r848774_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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 Audit Policy Change - Failure

Fix: F-57756r848775_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Policy Change - Authentication Policy Change successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254321 - SV-254321r848779_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000280
Vuln IDs
  • V-254321
Rule IDs
  • SV-254321r848779_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000064-GPOS-00033, SRG-OS-000462-GPOS-00206, SRG-OS-000466-GPOS-00210
Checks: C-57806r848777_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57757r848778_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Policy Change - Authorization Policy Change successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254322 - SV-254322r848782_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000290
Vuln IDs
  • V-254322
Rule IDs
  • SV-254322r848782_rule
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". Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000064-GPOS-00033, SRG-OS-000462-GPOS-00206, SRG-OS-000466-GPOS-00210
Checks: C-57807r848780_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57758r848781_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Privilege Use - Sensitive Privilege Use successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254323 - SV-254323r848785_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000300
Vuln IDs
  • V-254323
Rule IDs
  • SV-254323r848785_rule
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". Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000064-GPOS-00033, SRG-OS-000462-GPOS-00206, SRG-OS-000466-GPOS-00210
Checks: C-57808r848783_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57759r848784_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Privilege Use - Sensitive Privilege Use failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254324 - SV-254324r848788_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000310
Vuln IDs
  • V-254324
Rule IDs
  • SV-254324r848788_rule
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". Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000064-GPOS-00033, SRG-OS-000462-GPOS-00206, SRG-OS-000466-GPOS-00210
Checks: C-57809r848786_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57760r848787_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit System - IPsec Driver successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254325 - SV-254325r848791_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000320
Vuln IDs
  • V-254325
Rule IDs
  • SV-254325r848791_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57810r848789_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57761r848790_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit System - IPsec Driver failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254326 - SV-254326r848794_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000330
Vuln IDs
  • V-254326
Rule IDs
  • SV-254326r848794_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57811r848792_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57762r848793_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 2022 must be configured to audit System - Other System Events successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254327 - SV-254327r848797_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000340
Vuln IDs
  • V-254327
Rule IDs
  • SV-254327r848797_rule
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-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57812r848795_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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 >> Other System Events - Success

Fix: F-57763r848796_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 2022 must be configured to audit System - Other System Events failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254328 - SV-254328r848800_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000350
Vuln IDs
  • V-254328
Rule IDs
  • SV-254328r848800_rule
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-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57813r848798_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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 >> Other System Events - Failure

Fix: F-57764r848799_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit System - Security State Change successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254329 - SV-254329r848803_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000360
Vuln IDs
  • V-254329
Rule IDs
  • SV-254329r848803_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57814r848801_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57765r848802_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit System - Security System Extension successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254330 - SV-254330r848806_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000370
Vuln IDs
  • V-254330
Rule IDs
  • SV-254330r848806_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57815r848804_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57766r848805_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit System - System Integrity successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254331 - SV-254331r848809_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000380
Vuln IDs
  • V-254331
Rule IDs
  • SV-254331r848809_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000471-GPOS-00215, SRG-OS-000471-GPOS-00216, SRG-OS-000477-GPOS-00222
Checks: C-57816r848807_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57767r848808_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit System - System Integrity failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254332 - SV-254332r848812_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-AU-000390
Vuln IDs
  • V-254332
Rule IDs
  • SV-254332r848812_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000471-GPOS-00215, SRG-OS-000471-GPOS-00216, SRG-OS-000477-GPOS-00222
Checks: C-57817r848810_chk

Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57768r848811_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
Windows Server 2022 must prevent the display of slide shows on the lock screen.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254333 - SV-254333r848815_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-CC-000010
Vuln IDs
  • V-254333
Rule IDs
  • SV-254333r848815_rule
Slide shows 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-57818r848813_chk

Verify the registry value below. 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\Personalization\ Value Name: NoLockScreenSlideshow Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57769r848814_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Control Panel >> Personalization >> Prevent enabling lock screen slide show to "Enabled".

b
Windows Server 2022 must have WDigest Authentication disabled.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254334 - SV-254334r848818_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-CC-000020
Vuln IDs
  • V-254334
Rule IDs
  • SV-254334r848818_rule
When the WDigest Authentication protocol is enabled, plain-text passwords are stored in the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS), exposing them to theft. WDigest is disabled by default in Windows Server 2022. This setting ensures this is enforced.
Checks: C-57819r848816_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\Control\SecurityProviders\Wdigest\ Value Name: UseLogonCredential Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-57770r848817_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> MS Security Guide . Set "WDigest Authentication (disabling may require KB2871997)" to "Disabled". 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.

a
Windows Server 2022 Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) source routing must be configured to the highest protection level to prevent IP source routing.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-254335 - SV-254335r848821_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000030
Vuln IDs
  • V-254335
Rule IDs
  • SV-254335r848821_rule
Configuring the system to disable IPv6 source routing protects against spoofing.
Checks: C-57820r848819_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\Tcpip6\Parameters\ Value Name: DisableIPSourceRouting Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000002 (2)

Fix: F-57771r848820_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> MSS (Legacy) >> MSS: (DisableIPSourceRouting IPv6) IP source routing protection level (protects against packet spoofing) to "Enabled" with "Highest protection, source routing is completely disabled" selected. This policy setting requires the installation of the MSS-Legacy custom templates included with the STIG package. "MSS-Legacy.admx" and "MSS-Legacy.adml" must be copied to the \Windows\PolicyDefinitions and \Windows\PolicyDefinitions\en-US directories respectively.

a
Windows Server 2022 source routing must be configured to the highest protection level to prevent Internet Protocol (IP) source routing.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-254336 - SV-254336r848824_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000040
Vuln IDs
  • V-254336
Rule IDs
  • SV-254336r848824_rule
Configuring the system to disable IP source routing protects against spoofing.
Checks: C-57821r848822_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: DisableIPSourceRouting Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000002 (2)

Fix: F-57772r848823_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> MSS (Legacy) >> MSS: (DisableIPSourceRouting) IP source routing protection level (protects against packet spoofing) to "Enabled" with "Highest protection, source routing is completely disabled" selected. This policy setting requires the installation of the MSS-Legacy custom templates included with the STIG package. "MSS-Legacy.admx" and "MSS-Legacy.adml" must be copied to the \Windows\PolicyDefinitions and \Windows\PolicyDefinitions\en-US directories respectively.

a
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to prevent Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) redirects from overriding Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)-generated routes.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-254337 - SV-254337r848827_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000050
Vuln IDs
  • V-254337
Rule IDs
  • SV-254337r848827_rule
Allowing ICMP redirect of routes can lead to traffic not being routed properly. When disabled, this forces ICMP to be routed via the shortest path first.
Checks: C-57822r848825_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: EnableICMPRedirect Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-57773r848826_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> MSS (Legacy) >> MSS: (EnableICMPRedirect) Allow ICMP redirects to override OSPF generated routes to "Disabled". This policy setting requires the installation of the MSS-Legacy custom templates included with the STIG package. "MSS-Legacy.admx" and "MSS-Legacy.adml" must be copied to the \Windows\PolicyDefinitions and \Windows\PolicyDefinitions\en-US directories respectively.

a
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to ignore NetBIOS name release requests except from WINS servers.
SC-5 - Low - CCI-002385 - V-254338 - SV-254338r848830_rule
RMF Control
SC-5
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-002385
Version
WN22-CC-000060
Vuln IDs
  • V-254338
Rule IDs
  • SV-254338r848830_rule
Configuring the system to ignore name release requests, except from WINS servers, prevents a denial of service (DoS) attack. The DoS consists of sending a NetBIOS name release request to the server for each entry in the server's cache, causing a response delay in the normal operation of the server's WINS resolution capability.
Checks: C-57823r848828_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\Netbt\Parameters\ Value Name: NoNameReleaseOnDemand Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57774r848829_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> MSS (Legacy) >> MSS: (NoNameReleaseOnDemand) Allow the computer to ignore NetBIOS name release requests except from WINS servers to "Enabled". This policy setting requires the installation of the MSS-Legacy custom templates included with the STIG package. "MSS-Legacy.admx" and "MSS-Legacy.adml" must be copied to the \Windows\PolicyDefinitions and \Windows\PolicyDefinitions\en-US directories respectively.

b
Windows Server 2022 insecure logons to an SMB server must be disabled.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254339 - SV-254339r848833_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000070
Vuln IDs
  • V-254339
Rule IDs
  • SV-254339r848833_rule
Insecure guest logons allow unauthenticated access to shared folders. Shared resources on a system must require authentication to establish proper access.
Checks: C-57824r848831_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\LanmanWorkstation\ Value Name: AllowInsecureGuestAuth Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-57775r848832_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Network >> Lanman Workstation >> Enable insecure guest logons to "Disabled".

b
Windows Server 2022 hardened Universal Naming Convention (UNC) paths must be defined to require mutual authentication and integrity for at least the \\*\SYSVOL and \\*\NETLOGON shares.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254340 - SV-254340r848836_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000080
Vuln IDs
  • V-254340
Rule IDs
  • SV-254340r848836_rule
Additional security requirements are applied to UNC paths specified in hardened UNC paths before allowing access to them. This aids in preventing tampering with or spoofing of connections to these paths.
Checks: C-57825r848834_chk

This requirement is applicable to domain-joined systems. For standalone or nondomain-joined systems, this is NA. 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\NetworkProvider\HardenedPaths\ Value Name: \\*\NETLOGON Value Type: REG_SZ Value: RequireMutualAuthentication=1, RequireIntegrity=1 Value Name: \\*\SYSVOL Value Type: REG_SZ Value: RequireMutualAuthentication=1, RequireIntegrity=1 Additional entries would not be a finding.

Fix: F-57776r848835_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Network >> Network Provider >> Hardened UNC Paths" to "Enabled" with at least the following configured in "Hardened UNC Paths" (click the "Show" button to display): Value Name: \\*\SYSVOL Value: RequireMutualAuthentication=1, RequireIntegrity=1 Value Name: \\*\NETLOGON Value: RequireMutualAuthentication=1, RequireIntegrity=1

b
Windows Server 2022 command line data must be included in process creation events.
AU-3 - Medium - CCI-000135 - V-254341 - SV-254341r848839_rule
RMF Control
AU-3
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000135
Version
WN22-CC-000090
Vuln IDs
  • V-254341
Rule IDs
  • SV-254341r848839_rule
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 "Include command line data for process creation events" will record the command line information with the process creation events in the log. This can provide additional detail when malware has run on a system.
Checks: C-57826r848837_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\System\Audit\ Value Name: ProcessCreationIncludeCmdLine_Enabled Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57777r848838_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> System >> Audit Process Creation >> Include command line in process creation events to "Enabled".

b
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to enable Remote host allows delegation of nonexportable credentials.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254342 - SV-254342r848842_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000100
Vuln IDs
  • V-254342
Rule IDs
  • SV-254342r848842_rule
An exportable version of credentials is provided to remote hosts when using credential delegation which exposes them to theft on the remote host. Restricted Admin mode or Remote Credential Guard allow delegation of nonexportable credentials providing additional protection of the credentials. Enabling this configures the host to support Restricted Admin mode or Remote Credential Guard.
Checks: C-57827r848840_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\CredentialsDelegation\ Value Name: AllowProtectedCreds Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57778r848841_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> System >> Credentials Delegation >> Remote host allows delegation of nonexportable credentials to "Enabled".

b
Windows Server 2022 virtualization-based security must be enabled with the platform security level configured to Secure Boot or Secure Boot with DMA Protection.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254343 - SV-254343r848845_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000110
Vuln IDs
  • V-254343
Rule IDs
  • SV-254343r848845_rule
Virtualization Based Security (VBS) provides the platform for the additional security features Credential Guard and virtualization-based protection of code integrity. Secure Boot is the minimum security level, with DMA protection providing additional memory protection. DMA Protection requires a CPU that supports input/output memory management unit (IOMMU).
Checks: C-57828r848843_chk

For standalone or nondomain-joined systems, this is NA. Open "PowerShell" with elevated privileges (run as administrator). Enter the following: "Get-CimInstance -ClassName Win32_DeviceGuard -Namespace root\Microsoft\Windows\DeviceGuard" If "RequiredSecurityProperties" does not include a value of "2" indicating "Secure Boot" (e.g., "{1, 2}"), this is a finding. If "Secure Boot and DMA Protection" is configured, "3" will also be displayed in the results (e.g., "{1, 2, 3}"). If "VirtualizationBasedSecurityStatus" is not a value of "2" indicating "Running", this is a finding. Alternately: Run "System Information". Under "System Summary", verify the following: If "Device Guard Virtualization based security" does not display "Running", this is a finding. If "Device Guard Required Security Properties" does not display "Base Virtualization Support, Secure Boot", this is a finding. If "Secure Boot and DMA Protection" is configured, "DMA Protection" will also be displayed (e.g., "Base Virtualization Support, Secure Boot, DMA Protection"). The policy settings referenced in the Fix section will configure the following registry values; however, due to hardware requirements, the registry values alone do not ensure proper function. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DeviceGuard\ Value Name: EnableVirtualizationBasedSecurity Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1) Value Name: RequirePlatformSecurityFeatures Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1) (Secure Boot only) or 0x00000003 (3) (Secure Boot and DMA Protection) A Microsoft TechNet article on Credential Guard, including system requirement details, can be found at the following link: https://technet.microsoft.com/itpro/windows/keep-secure/credential-guard

Fix: F-57779r848844_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> System >> Device Guard >> Turn On Virtualization Based Security to "Enabled" with "Secure Boot" or "Secure Boot and DMA Protection" selected. A Microsoft TechNet article on Credential Guard, including system requirement details, can be found at the following link: https://technet.microsoft.com/itpro/windows/keep-secure/credential-guard

b
Windows Server 2022 Early Launch Antimalware, Boot-Start Driver Initialization Policy must prevent boot drivers identified as bad.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254344 - SV-254344r848848_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000130
Vuln IDs
  • V-254344
Rule IDs
  • SV-254344r848848_rule
Compromised boot drivers can introduce malware prior to 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-57829r848846_chk

The default behavior is for Early Launch Antimalware - Boot-Start Driver Initialization policy to enforce "Good, unknown and bad but critical" (preventing "bad"). If the registry value name below does not exist, this is not a finding. If it exists and is configured with a value of "0x00000007 (7)", this is a finding. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Policies\EarlyLaunch\ Value Name: DriverLoadPolicy Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1), 0x00000003 (3), or 0x00000008 (8) (or if the Value Name does not exist) Possible values for this setting are: 8 - Good only 1 - Good and unknown 3 - Good, unknown and bad but critical 7 - All (which includes "bad" and would be a finding)

Fix: F-57780r848847_fix

The default behavior is for Early Launch Antimalware - Boot-Start Driver Initialization policy to enforce "Good, unknown and bad but critical" (preventing "bad"). If this needs to be corrected or a more secure setting is desired, configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> System >> Early Launch Antimalware >> Boot-Start Driver Initialization Policy to "Not Configured" or "Enabled" with any option other than "All" selected.

b
Windows Server 2022 group policy objects must be reprocessed even if they have not changed.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254345 - SV-254345r848851_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000140
Vuln IDs
  • V-254345
Rule IDs
  • SV-254345r848851_rule
Registry entries for group policy settings can potentially be changed from the required configuration. This could occur as part of troubleshooting or by a malicious process on a compromised system. Enabling this setting and then selecting the "Process even if the Group Policy objects have not changed" option ensures 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-57830r848849_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: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-57781r848850_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 downloading print driver packages over HTTP must be turned off.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254346 - SV-254346r848854_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-CC-000150
Vuln IDs
  • V-254346
Rule IDs
  • SV-254346r848854_rule
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 will prevent uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting prevents the computer from downloading print driver packages over HTTP.
Checks: C-57831r848852_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: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57782r848853_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".

b
Windows Server 2022 printing over HTTP must be turned off.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254347 - SV-254347r848857_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-CC-000160
Vuln IDs
  • V-254347
Rule IDs
  • SV-254347r848857_rule
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 will prevent 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-57832r848855_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: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57783r848856_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
Windows Server 2022 network selection user interface (UI) must not be displayed on the logon screen.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254348 - SV-254348r848860_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-CC-000170
Vuln IDs
  • V-254348
Rule IDs
  • SV-254348r848860_rule
Enabling interaction with the network selection UI allows users to change connections to available networks without signing in to Windows.
Checks: C-57833r848858_chk

Verify the registry value below. If it 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: DontDisplayNetworkSelectionUI Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57784r848859_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> System >> Logon >> Do not display network selection UI to "Enabled".

b
Windows Server 2022 users must be prompted to authenticate when the system wakes from sleep (on battery).
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254349 - SV-254349r848863_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000180
Vuln IDs
  • V-254349
Rule IDs
  • SV-254349r848863_rule
A system that does not require authentication when resuming from sleep may provide access to unauthorized users. Authentication must always be required when accessing a system. This setting ensures users are prompted for a password when the system wakes from sleep (on battery).
Checks: C-57834r848861_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: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57785r848862_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
Windows Server 2022 users must be prompted to authenticate when the system wakes from sleep (plugged in).
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254350 - SV-254350r848866_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000190
Vuln IDs
  • V-254350
Rule IDs
  • SV-254350r848866_rule
A system that does not require authentication when resuming from sleep may provide access to unauthorized users. Authentication must always be required when accessing a system. This setting ensures users are prompted for a password when the system wakes from sleep (plugged in).
Checks: C-57835r848864_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: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57786r848865_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".

a
Windows Server 2022 Application Compatibility Program Inventory must be prevented from collecting data and sending the information to Microsoft.
CM-7 - Low - CCI-000381 - V-254351 - SV-254351r848869_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-CC-000200
Vuln IDs
  • V-254351
Rule IDs
  • SV-254351r848869_rule
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 will prevent 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-57836r848867_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: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57787r848868_fix

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

c
Windows Server 2022 Autoplay must be turned off for nonvolume devices.
CM-7 - High - CCI-001764 - V-254352 - SV-254352r848872_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-001764
Version
WN22-CC-000210
Vuln IDs
  • V-254352
Rule IDs
  • SV-254352r848872_rule
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 nonvolume devices, such as Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) devices.
Checks: C-57837r848870_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: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57788r848871_fix

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

c
Windows Server 2022 default AutoRun behavior must be configured to prevent AutoRun commands.
CM-7 - High - CCI-001764 - V-254353 - SV-254353r848875_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-001764
Version
WN22-CC-000220
Vuln IDs
  • V-254353
Rule IDs
  • SV-254353r848875_rule
Allowing AutoRun commands to execute may introduce malicious code to a system. Configuring this setting prevents AutoRun commands from executing.
Checks: C-57838r848873_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: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57789r848874_fix

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

c
Windows Server 2022 AutoPlay must be disabled for all drives.
CM-7 - High - CCI-001764 - V-254354 - SV-254354r848878_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-001764
Version
WN22-CC-000230
Vuln IDs
  • V-254354
Rule IDs
  • SV-254354r848878_rule
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-57839r848876_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-57790r848877_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 administrator accounts must not be enumerated during elevation.
SC-3 - Medium - CCI-001084 - V-254355 - SV-254355r848881_rule
RMF Control
SC-3
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001084
Version
WN22-CC-000240
Vuln IDs
  • V-254355
Rule IDs
  • SV-254355r848881_rule
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 type in a username and password to elevate a running application.
Checks: C-57840r848879_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-57791r848880_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 Diagnostic Data must be configured to send "required diagnostic data" or "optional diagnostic data".
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254356 - SV-254356r916220_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000250
Vuln IDs
  • V-254356
Rule IDs
  • SV-254356r916220_rule
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Limiting this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise. The "send required diagnostic data" option for Allow Diagnostic Data configures the lowest amount of data, effectively none outside of the Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT), Defender, and Diagnostic Data client settings. "Optional Diagnostic Data" sends basic diagnostic and usage data and may be required to support some Microsoft services.
Checks: C-57841r916219_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\DataCollection\ Value Name: AllowTelemetry Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1), 0x00000003 (3)

Fix: F-57792r902887_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Data Collection and Preview Build >> Allow Diagnostic Data to "Enabled" with "Send required diagnostic data" selected or "Send optional diagnostic data".

a
Windows Server 2022 Windows Update must not obtain updates from other PCs on the internet.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-254357 - SV-254357r890545_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000260
Vuln IDs
  • V-254357
Rule IDs
  • SV-254357r890545_rule
Windows Update can obtain updates from additional sources instead of Microsoft. In addition to Microsoft, updates can be obtained from and sent to PCs on the local network as well as on the internet. This is part of the Windows Update trusted process; however, to minimize outside exposure, obtaining updates from or sending to systems on the internet must be prevented.
Checks: C-57842r890543_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\DeliveryOptimization\ Value Name: DODownloadMode Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0) - No peering (HTTP Only) 0x00000001 (1) - Peers on same NAT only (LAN) 0x00000002 (2) - Local Network / Private group peering (Group) 0x00000063 (99) - Simple download mode, no peering (Simple) A value of 0x00000003 (3), Internet, is a finding.

Fix: F-57793r890544_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Delivery Optimization >> Download Mode to "Enabled" with any option except "Internet" selected. Acceptable selections include: HTTP only (0) LAN (1) Group (2) Internet (3) Simple (99)

b
Windows Server 2022 Application event log size must be configured to 32768 KB or greater.
AU-4 - Medium - CCI-001849 - V-254358 - SV-254358r877391_rule
RMF Control
AU-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001849
Version
WN22-CC-000270
Vuln IDs
  • V-254358
Rule IDs
  • SV-254358r877391_rule
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-57843r848888_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-57794r848889_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
Windows Server 2022 Security event log size must be configured to 196608 KB or greater.
AU-4 - Medium - CCI-001849 - V-254359 - SV-254359r877391_rule
RMF Control
AU-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001849
Version
WN22-CC-000280
Vuln IDs
  • V-254359
Rule IDs
  • SV-254359r877391_rule
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-57844r848891_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-57795r848892_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
Windows Server 2022 System event log size must be configured to 32768 KB or greater.
AU-4 - Medium - CCI-001849 - V-254360 - SV-254360r877391_rule
RMF Control
AU-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001849
Version
WN22-CC-000290
Vuln IDs
  • V-254360
Rule IDs
  • SV-254360r877391_rule
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-57845r848894_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-57796r848895_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 Server 2022 Microsoft Defender antivirus SmartScreen must be enabled.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254361 - SV-254361r848899_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-CC-000300
Vuln IDs
  • V-254361
Rule IDs
  • SV-254361r848899_rule
Microsoft Defender antivirus SmartScreen helps protect systems from programs downloaded from the internet that may be malicious. Enabling SmartScreen can block potentially malicious programs or warn users.
Checks: C-57846r848897_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 Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57797r848898_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> File Explorer >> Configure Windows Defender SmartScreen to "Enabled" with either option "Warn" or "Warn and prevent bypass" selected. Windows Server 2022 includes duplicate policies for this setting. It can also be configured under Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Windows Defender SmartScreen >> Explorer.

b
Windows Server 2022 Explorer Data Execution Prevention must be enabled.
SI-16 - Medium - CCI-002824 - V-254362 - SV-254362r848902_rule
RMF Control
SI-16
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002824
Version
WN22-CC-000310
Vuln IDs
  • V-254362
Rule IDs
  • SV-254362r848902_rule
Data Execution Prevention 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-57847r848900_chk

The default behavior is for Data Execution Prevention to be turned on for File Explorer. If the registry value name below does not exist, this is not a finding. If it exists and is configured with a value of "0", this is not a finding. If it exists and is configured with a value of "1", this is a finding. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer\ Value Name: NoDataExecutionPrevention Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0) (or if the Value Name does not exist)

Fix: F-57798r848901_fix

The default behavior is for data execution prevention to be turned on for File Explorer. If this needs to be corrected, configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> File Explorer >> Turn off Data Execution Prevention for Explorer to "Not Configured" or "Disabled".

a
Windows Server 2022 Turning off File Explorer heap termination on corruption must be disabled.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-254363 - SV-254363r848905_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000320
Vuln IDs
  • V-254363
Rule IDs
  • SV-254363r848905_rule
Legacy plug-in applications may continue to function when a File Explorer session has become corrupt. Disabling this feature will prevent this.
Checks: C-57848r848903_chk

The default behavior is for File Explorer heap termination on corruption to be enabled. If the registry Value Name below does not exist, this is not a finding. If it exists and is configured with a value of "0", this is not a finding. If it exists and is configured with a value of "1", this is a finding. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer\ Value Name: NoHeapTerminationOnCorruption Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0) (or if the Value Name does not exist)

Fix: F-57799r848904_fix

The default behavior is for File Explorer heap termination on corruption to be disabled. If this needs to be corrected, configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> File Explorer >> Turn off heap termination on corruption to "Not Configured" or "Disabled".

b
Windows Server 2022 File Explorer shell protocol must run in protected mode.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254364 - SV-254364r848908_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000330
Vuln IDs
  • V-254364
Rule IDs
  • SV-254364r848908_rule
The shell protocol will limit the set of folders that 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-57849r848906_chk

The default behavior is for shell protected mode to be turned on for File Explorer. If the registry value name below does not exist, this is not a finding. If it exists and is configured with a value of "0", this is not a finding. If it exists and is configured with a value of "1", this is a finding. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer\ Value Name: PreXPSP2ShellProtocolBehavior Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0) (or if the Value Name does not exist)

Fix: F-57800r848907_fix

The default behavior is for shell protected mode to be turned on for File Explorer. If this needs to be corrected, configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> File Explorer >> Turn off shell protocol protected mode to "Not Configured" or "Disabled".

b
Windows Server 2022 must not save passwords in the Remote Desktop Client.
IA-11 - Medium - CCI-002038 - V-254365 - SV-254365r848911_rule
RMF Control
IA-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002038
Version
WN22-CC-000340
Vuln IDs
  • V-254365
Rule IDs
  • SV-254365r848911_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000373-GPOS-00156, SRG-OS-000373-GPOS-00157
Checks: C-57850r848909_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: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57801r848910_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
Windows Server 2022 Remote Desktop Services must prevent drive redirection.
SC-4 - Medium - CCI-001090 - V-254366 - SV-254366r848914_rule
RMF Control
SC-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001090
Version
WN22-CC-000350
Vuln IDs
  • V-254366
Rule IDs
  • SV-254366r848914_rule
Preventing users from sharing the local drives on their client computers with Remote Session Hosts that they access helps reduce possible exposure of sensitive data.
Checks: C-57851r848912_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: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57802r848913_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
Windows Server 2022 Remote Desktop Services must always prompt a client for passwords upon connection.
IA-11 - Medium - CCI-002038 - V-254367 - SV-254367r848917_rule
RMF Control
IA-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002038
Version
WN22-CC-000360
Vuln IDs
  • V-254367
Rule IDs
  • SV-254367r848917_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000373-GPOS-00156, SRG-OS-000373-GPOS-00157
Checks: C-57852r848915_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: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57803r848916_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
Windows Server 2022 Remote Desktop Services must require secure Remote Procedure Call (RPC) communications.
AC-17 - Medium - CCI-000068 - V-254368 - SV-254368r877398_rule
RMF Control
AC-17
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000068
Version
WN22-CC-000370
Vuln IDs
  • V-254368
Rule IDs
  • SV-254368r877398_rule
Allowing unsecure RPC communication exposes the system to man-in-the-middle attacks and data disclosure attacks. A man-in-the-middle attack occurs when an intruder captures packets between a client and server and modifies them before allowing the packets to be exchanged. Usually the attacker will modify the information in the packets in an attempt to cause either the client or server to reveal sensitive information. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000033-GPOS-00014, SRG-OS-000250-GPOS-00093
Checks: C-57853r848918_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: fEncryptRPCTraffic Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57804r848919_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Remote Desktop Services >> Remote Desktop Session Host >> Security >> Require secure RPC communication to "Enabled".

b
Windows Server 2022 Remote Desktop Services must be configured with the client connection encryption set to High Level.
AC-17 - Medium - CCI-000068 - V-254369 - SV-254369r877398_rule
RMF Control
AC-17
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000068
Version
WN22-CC-000380
Vuln IDs
  • V-254369
Rule IDs
  • SV-254369r877398_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000033-GPOS-00014, SRG-OS-000250-GPOS-00093
Checks: C-57854r848921_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: 0x00000003 (3)

Fix: F-57805r848922_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" with "High Level" selected.

b
Windows Server 2022 must prevent attachments from being downloaded from RSS feeds.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254370 - SV-254370r848926_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000390
Vuln IDs
  • V-254370
Rule IDs
  • SV-254370r848926_rule
Attachments from RSS feeds may not be secure. This setting will prevent attachments from being downloaded from RSS feeds.
Checks: C-57855r848924_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: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57806r848925_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 must disable Basic authentication for RSS feeds over HTTP.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254371 - SV-254371r848929_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-CC-000400
Vuln IDs
  • V-254371
Rule IDs
  • SV-254371r848929_rule
Basic authentication uses plain-text passwords that could be used to compromise a system. Disabling Basic authentication will reduce this potential.
Checks: C-57856r848927_chk

The default behavior is for the Windows RSS platform to not use Basic authentication over HTTP connections. If the registry value name below does not exist, this is not a finding. If it exists and is configured with a value of "0", this is not a finding. If it exists and is configured with a value of "1", this is a finding. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Feeds\ Value Name: AllowBasicAuthInClear Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0) (or if the Value Name does not exist)

Fix: F-57807r848928_fix

The default behavior is for the Windows RSS platform to not use Basic authentication over HTTP connections. If this needs to be corrected, configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> RSS Feeds >> Turn on Basic feed authentication over HTTP to "Not Configured" or "Disabled".

b
Windows Server 2022 must prevent Indexing of encrypted files.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254372 - SV-254372r848932_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-CC-000410
Vuln IDs
  • V-254372
Rule IDs
  • SV-254372r848932_rule
Indexing of encrypted files may expose sensitive data. This setting prevents encrypted files from being indexed.
Checks: C-57857r848930_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\Windows Search\ Value Name: AllowIndexingEncryptedStoresOrItems Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-57808r848931_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Search >> Allow indexing of encrypted files to "Disabled".

b
Windows Server 2022 must prevent users from changing installation options.
CM-11 - Medium - CCI-001812 - V-254373 - SV-254373r848935_rule
RMF Control
CM-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001812
Version
WN22-CC-000420
Vuln IDs
  • V-254373
Rule IDs
  • SV-254373r848935_rule
Installation options for applications are typically controlled by administrators. This setting prevents users from changing installation options that may bypass security features.
Checks: C-57858r848933_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: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-57809r848934_fix

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

c
Windows Server 2022 must disable the Windows Installer Always install with elevated privileges option.
CM-11 - High - CCI-001812 - V-254374 - SV-254374r848938_rule
RMF Control
CM-11
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-001812
Version
WN22-CC-000430
Vuln IDs
  • V-254374
Rule IDs
  • SV-254374r848938_rule
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-57859r848936_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: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-57810r848937_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 users must be notified if a web-based program attempts to install software.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254375 - SV-254375r848941_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000440
Vuln IDs
  • V-254375
Rule IDs
  • SV-254375r848941_rule
Web-based programs may attempt to install malicious software on a system. Ensuring users are notified if a web-based program attempts to install software allows them to refuse the installation.
Checks: C-57860r848939_chk

The default behavior is for Internet Explorer to warn users and select whether to allow or refuse installation when a web-based program attempts to install software on the system. If the registry value name below does not exist, this is not a finding. If it exists and is configured with a value of "0", this is not a finding. If it exists and is configured with a value of "1", this is a finding. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Installer\ Value Name: SafeForScripting Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0) (or if the Value Name does not exist)

Fix: F-57811r848940_fix

The default behavior is for Internet Explorer to warn users and select whether to allow or refuse installation when a web-based program attempts to install software on the system. If this needs to be corrected, configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Windows Installer >> Prevent Internet Explorer security prompt for Windows Installer scripts to "Not Configured" or "Disabled".

b
Windows Server 2022 must disable automatically signing in the last interactive user after a system-initiated restart.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254376 - SV-254376r877377_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-CC-000450
Vuln IDs
  • V-254376
Rule IDs
  • SV-254376r877377_rule
Windows can be configured to automatically sign the user back in after a Windows Update restart. Some protections are in place to help ensure this is done in a secure fashion; however, disabling this will prevent the caching of credentials for this purpose and also ensure the user is aware of the restart.
Checks: C-57861r848942_chk

Verify the registry value below. If it 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\System\ Value Name: DisableAutomaticRestartSignOn Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57812r848943_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Windows Logon Options >> Sign-in and lock last interactive user automatically after a restart to "Disabled".

b
Windows Server 2022 PowerShell script block logging must be enabled.
AU-3 - Medium - CCI-000135 - V-254377 - SV-254377r848947_rule
RMF Control
AU-3
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000135
Version
WN22-CC-000460
Vuln IDs
  • V-254377
Rule IDs
  • SV-254377r848947_rule
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.
Checks: C-57862r848945_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)

Fix: F-57813r848946_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Windows PowerShell >> Turn on PowerShell Script Block Logging to "Enabled".

c
Windows Server 2022 Windows Remote Management (WinRM) client must not use Basic authentication.
MA-4 - High - CCI-000877 - V-254378 - SV-254378r877395_rule
RMF Control
MA-4
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000877
Version
WN22-CC-000470
Vuln IDs
  • V-254378
Rule IDs
  • SV-254378r877395_rule
Basic authentication uses plain-text passwords that could be used to compromise a system. Disabling Basic authentication will reduce this potential.
Checks: C-57863r848948_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: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-57814r848949_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 Windows Remote Management (WinRM) client must not allow unencrypted traffic.
MA-4 - Medium - CCI-002890 - V-254379 - SV-254379r877382_rule
RMF Control
MA-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002890
Version
WN22-CC-000480
Vuln IDs
  • V-254379
Rule IDs
  • SV-254379r877382_rule
Unencrypted remote access to a system can allow sensitive information to be compromised. Windows remote management connections must be encrypted to prevent this. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000393-GPOS-00173, SRG-OS-000394-GPOS-00174
Checks: C-57864r848951_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: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-57815r848952_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 Windows Remote Management (WinRM) client must not use Digest authentication.
MA-4 - Medium - CCI-000877 - V-254380 - SV-254380r877395_rule
RMF Control
MA-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000877
Version
WN22-CC-000490
Vuln IDs
  • V-254380
Rule IDs
  • SV-254380r877395_rule
Digest authentication is not as strong as other options and may be subject to man-in-the-middle attacks. Disallowing Digest authentication will reduce this potential.
Checks: C-57865r848954_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: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-57816r848955_fix

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

c
Windows Server 2022 Windows Remote Management (WinRM) service must not use Basic authentication.
MA-4 - High - CCI-000877 - V-254381 - SV-254381r877395_rule
RMF Control
MA-4
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000877
Version
WN22-CC-000500
Vuln IDs
  • V-254381
Rule IDs
  • SV-254381r877395_rule
Basic authentication uses plain-text passwords that could be used to compromise a system. Disabling Basic authentication will reduce this potential.
Checks: C-57866r848957_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: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-57817r848958_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 Windows Remote Management (WinRM) service must not allow unencrypted traffic.
MA-4 - Medium - CCI-002890 - V-254382 - SV-254382r877382_rule
RMF Control
MA-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002890
Version
WN22-CC-000510
Vuln IDs
  • V-254382
Rule IDs
  • SV-254382r877382_rule
Unencrypted remote access to a system can allow sensitive information to be compromised. Windows remote management connections must be encrypted to prevent this. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000393-GPOS-00173, SRG-OS-000394-GPOS-00174
Checks: C-57867r848960_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: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-57818r848961_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 Windows Remote Management (WinRM) service must not store RunAs credentials.
IA-11 - Medium - CCI-002038 - V-254383 - SV-254383r848965_rule
RMF Control
IA-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002038
Version
WN22-CC-000520
Vuln IDs
  • V-254383
Rule IDs
  • SV-254383r848965_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000373-GPOS-00156, SRG-OS-000373-GPOS-00157
Checks: C-57868r848963_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: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix: F-57819r848964_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 must have PowerShell Transcription enabled.
AU-3 - Medium - CCI-000134 - V-254384 - SV-254384r848968_rule
RMF Control
AU-3
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000134
Version
WN22-CC-000530
Vuln IDs
  • V-254384
Rule IDs
  • SV-254384r848968_rule
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 Transcription will record detailed information from the processing of PowerShell commands and scripts. This can provide additional detail when malware has run on a system.
Checks: C-57869r848966_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\Transcription\ Value Name: EnableTranscripting Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix: F-57820r848967_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Windows PowerShell >> "Turn on PowerShell Transcription" to "Enabled". Specify the Transcript output directory to point to a Central Log Server or another secure location to prevent user access.

c
Windows Server 2022 must only allow administrators responsible for the domain controller to have Administrator rights on the system.
AC-6 - High - CCI-002235 - V-254385 - SV-254385r877392_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-002235
Version
WN22-DC-000010
Vuln IDs
  • V-254385
Rule IDs
  • SV-254385r877392_rule
An account that does not have Administrator duties must not have Administrator rights. Such rights would allow the account to bypass or modify required security restrictions on that machine and make it vulnerable to attack. System administrators must log on to systems using only accounts with the minimum level of authority necessary. Standard user accounts must not be members of the built-in Administrators group.
Checks: C-57870r848969_chk

This applies to domain controllers. A separate version applies to other systems. Review the Administrators group. Only the appropriate administrator groups or accounts responsible for administration of the system may be members of the group. Standard user accounts must not be members of the local administrator group. If prohibited accounts are members of the local administrators group, this is a finding. If the built-in Administrator account or other required administrative accounts are found on the system, this is not a finding.

Fix: F-57821r848970_fix

Configure the Administrators group to include only administrator groups or accounts that are responsible for the system. Remove any standard user accounts.

b
Windows Server 2022 Kerberos user logon restrictions must be enforced.
IA-2 - Medium - CCI-001941 - V-254386 - SV-254386r848974_rule
RMF Control
IA-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001941
Version
WN22-DC-000020
Vuln IDs
  • V-254386
Rule IDs
  • SV-254386r848974_rule
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 that access to target resources is not circumvented. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000112-GPOS-00057, SRG-OS-000113-GPOS-00058
Checks: C-57871r848972_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. 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-57822r848973_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
Windows Server 2022 Kerberos service ticket maximum lifetime must be limited to 600 minutes or less.
IA-2 - Medium - CCI-001941 - V-254387 - SV-254387r848977_rule
RMF Control
IA-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001941
Version
WN22-DC-000030
Vuln IDs
  • V-254387
Rule IDs
  • SV-254387r848977_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000112-GPOS-00057, SRG-OS-000113-GPOS-00058
Checks: C-57872r848975_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. 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-57823r848976_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
Windows Server 2022 Kerberos user ticket lifetime must be limited to 10 hours or less.
IA-2 - Medium - CCI-001941 - V-254388 - SV-254388r848980_rule
RMF Control
IA-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001941
Version
WN22-DC-000040
Vuln IDs
  • V-254388
Rule IDs
  • SV-254388r848980_rule
In Kerberos, there are two 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 start up under a specified user account, users must always get a TGT first and then get Service Tickets to all computers and services accessed. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000112-GPOS-00057, SRG-OS-000113-GPOS-00058
Checks: C-57873r848978_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. 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-57824r848979_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
Windows Server 2022 Kerberos policy user ticket renewal maximum lifetime must be limited to seven days or less.
IA-2 - Medium - CCI-001941 - V-254389 - SV-254389r848983_rule
RMF Control
IA-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001941
Version
WN22-DC-000050
Vuln IDs
  • V-254389
Rule IDs
  • SV-254389r848983_rule
This setting determines the period of time (in days) during which a user's Ticket Granting Ticket (TGT) may be renewed. This security configuration limits the amount of time an attacker has to crack the TGT and gain access. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000112-GPOS-00057, SRG-OS-000113-GPOS-00058
Checks: C-57874r848981_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. 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-57825r848982_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
Windows Server 2022 computer clock synchronization tolerance must be limited to five minutes or less.
IA-2 - Medium - CCI-001941 - V-254390 - SV-254390r848986_rule
RMF Control
IA-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001941
Version
WN22-DC-000060
Vuln IDs
  • V-254390
Rule IDs
  • SV-254390r848986_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000112-GPOS-00057, SRG-OS-000113-GPOS-00058
Checks: C-57875r848984_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. 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-57826r848985_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
Windows Server 2022 permissions on the Active Directory data files must only allow System and Administrators access.
SI-11 - High - CCI-001314 - V-254391 - SV-254391r877392_rule
RMF Control
SI-11
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-001314
Version
WN22-DC-000070
Vuln IDs
  • V-254391
Rule IDs
  • SV-254391r877392_rule
Improper access permissions for directory data-related files could allow unauthorized users to read, modify, or delete directory data or audit trails. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000324-GPOS-00125, SRG-OS-000206-GPOS-00084
Checks: C-57876r848987_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Run "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 "Command Prompt (Admin)". Navigate to the NTDS directory (\Windows\NTDS by default). Run "icacls *.*". If the permissions on each file are not 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

Fix: F-57827r848988_fix

Maintain the permissions on NTDS database and log files as follows: NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM:(I)(F) BUILTIN\Administrators:(I)(F) (I) - permission inherited from parent container (F) - full access

c
Windows Server 2022 Active Directory SYSVOL directory must have the proper access control permissions.
AC-6 - High - CCI-002235 - V-254392 - SV-254392r877392_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-002235
Version
WN22-DC-000080
Vuln IDs
  • V-254392
Rule IDs
  • SV-254392r877392_rule
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-57877r848990_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. 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. If any standard user accounts or groups have greater than "Read & execute" permissions, this is a finding. The default permissions noted below meet this requirement: Open "Command Prompt". Run "icacls c:\Windows\SYSVOL". The following results must 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) CREATOR OWNER:(OI)(CI)(IO)(F) (RX) - Read & execute Run "icacls /help" to view definitions of other permission codes.

Fix: F-57828r848991_fix

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

c
Windows Server 2022 Active Directory Group Policy objects must have proper access control permissions.
AC-6 - High - CCI-002235 - V-254393 - SV-254393r877392_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-002235
Version
WN22-DC-000090
Vuln IDs
  • V-254393
Rule IDs
  • SV-254393r877392_rule
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-57878r848993_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Review 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. Select each Group or user name. View the permissions. If any standard user accounts or groups have "Allow" permissions greater than "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 Information System Security Officer (ISSO). The default permissions noted below satisfy this requirement. The permissions shown are at the summary level. More detailed permissions can be viewed by selecting the next "Advanced" button, 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 organization created Group Policy objects.

Fix: F-57829r848994_fix

Maintain the permissions on Group Policy objects to 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
Windows Server 2022 Active Directory Domain Controllers Organizational Unit (OU) object must have the proper access control permissions.
AC-6 - High - CCI-002235 - V-254394 - SV-254394r877392_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-002235
Version
WN22-DC-000100
Vuln IDs
  • V-254394
Rule IDs
  • SV-254394r877392_rule
When Active Directory 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 that could lead to the compromise of the domain.
Checks: C-57879r848996_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Review 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. Select the "Domain Controllers" OU (folder in folder icon). Right-click 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, the desired Permission entry, and the "View" or "Edit" button. Except where noted otherwise, the special permissions may include a wide range of permissions and properties and are acceptable for this requirement. CREATOR OWNER - Special 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 Key Admins - Special permissions Enterprise Key Admins - Special permissions 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-57830r848997_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. CREATOR OWNER - Special permissions SELF - Special permissions Authenticated Users - Read, Special permissions The special permissions for Authenticated Users are Read types. 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 Key Admins - Special permissions Enterprise Key Admins - Special permissions 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. ENTERPRISE DOMAIN CONTROLLERS - Read, Special permissions

c
Windows Server 2022 organization created Active Directory Organizational Unit (OU) objects must have proper access control permissions.
AC-6 - High - CCI-002235 - V-254395 - SV-254395r877392_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-002235
Version
WN22-DC-000110
Vuln IDs
  • V-254395
Rule IDs
  • SV-254395r877392_rule
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, the 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 (DoS) to authorized users.
Checks: C-57880r848999_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Review 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 Allow type 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 "Advanced" button, the desired Permission entry, and the "Edit" or "View" button. Except where noted otherwise, the special permissions may include a wide range of permissions and properties and are acceptable for this requirement. CREATOR OWNER - Special permissions 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 Key Admins - Special permissions Enterprise Key Admins - Special permissions 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 Information System Security Officer (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. 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 an 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).

Fix: F-57831r849000_fix

Maintain the Allow type permissions on domain-defined OUs to be 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. CREATOR OWNER - Special permissions Self - Special permissions Authenticated Users - Read, Special permissions The special permissions for Authenticated Users are Read type. SYSTEM - Full Control Domain Admins - Full Control Enterprise Admins - Full Control Key Admins - Special permissions Enterprise Key Admins - Special permissions 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. ENTERPRISE DOMAIN CONTROLLERS - Read, Special permissions

b
Windows Server 2022 data files owned by users must be on a different logical partition from the directory server data files.
SC-4 - Medium - CCI-001090 - V-254396 - SV-254396r849004_rule
RMF Control
SC-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001090
Version
WN22-DC-000120
Vuln IDs
  • V-254396
Rule IDs
  • SV-254396r849004_rule
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-57881r849002_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Run "Regedit". Navigate to "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\NTDS\Parameters". Note the directory locations in the values for "DSA Database file". Open "Command Prompt". Enter "net share". Note the logical drive(s) or file system partition for any organization-created data shares. Ignore system shares (e.g., NETLOGON, SYSVOL, and administrative shares ending in $). User shares that are hidden (ending with $) must 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-57832r849003_fix

Move shares used to store files owned by users to a different logical partition than the directory server data files.

b
Windows Server 2022 domain controllers must run on a machine dedicated to that function.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-254397 - SV-254397r849007_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
WN22-DC-000130
Vuln IDs
  • V-254397
Rule IDs
  • SV-254397r849007_rule
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 Microsoft Exchange) may require the use of network ports or services conflicting with the directory server. In this case, nonstandard ports might be selected, and this could interfere with intrusion detection or prevention services.
Checks: C-57882r849005_chk

This applies to domain controllers, it is NA for other systems. Review the installed roles the domain controller is supporting. Start "Server Manager". Select "AD DS" in the left pane and the server name under "Servers" to the right. Select "Add (or Remove) Roles and Features" from "Tasks" in the "Roles and Features" section. (Cancel before any changes are made.) Determine if any additional server roles are installed. A basic domain controller setup 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. 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. Run "Programs and Features". Review installed applications. If any applications are installed that are not required for the domain controller, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57833r849006_fix

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

b
Windows Server 2022 must use separate, NSA-approved (Type 1) cryptography 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-254398 - SV-254398r877380_rule
RMF Control
SC-13
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002450
Version
WN22-DC-000140
Vuln IDs
  • V-254398
Rule IDs
  • SV-254398r877380_rule
Directory data that is not appropriately encrypted is subject to compromise. 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-57883r849008_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Review the organization 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 organization 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-57834r849009_fix

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

c
Windows Server 2022 directory data (outside the root DSE) of a nonpublic directory must be configured to prevent anonymous access.
CM-6 - High - CCI-000366 - V-254399 - SV-254399r849013_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-DC-000150
Vuln IDs
  • V-254399
Rule IDs
  • SV-254399r849013_rule
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-57884r849011_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Open "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 and 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 must 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. 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.

Fix: F-57835r849012_fix

Configure directory data (outside the root DSE) of a nonpublic 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 must 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.

a
Windows Server 2022 directory service must be configured to terminate LDAP-based network connections to the directory server after five minutes of inactivity.
SC-10 - Low - CCI-001133 - V-254400 - SV-254400r849016_rule
RMF Control
SC-10
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-001133
Version
WN22-DC-000160
Vuln IDs
  • V-254400
Rule IDs
  • SV-254400r849016_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000163-GPOS-00072, SRG-OS-000279-GPOS-00109
Checks: C-57885r849014_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Open an elevated "Command Prompt" (run as administrator). 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" (5 minutes) or 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 "Command Prompt (Admin)". 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). If the results do not specify a "MaxConnIdleTime" or it has a value greater than "300" (5 minutes), this is a finding.

Fix: F-57836r849015_fix

Configure the directory service to terminate LDAP-based network connections to the directory server after 5 minutes of inactivity. Open an elevated "Command prompt" (run as administrator). 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
Windows Server 2022 Active Directory Group Policy objects must be configured with proper audit settings.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254401 - SV-254401r849019_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-DC-000170
Vuln IDs
  • V-254401
Rule IDs
  • SV-254401r849019_rule
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-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203
Checks: C-57886r849017_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. 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 "Advanced". Select "Advanced" 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-57837r849018_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 "Advanced". 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
Windows Server 2022 Active Directory Domain object must be configured with proper audit settings.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254402 - SV-254402r849022_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-DC-000180
Vuln IDs
  • V-254402
Rule IDs
  • SV-254402r849022_rule
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-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57887r849020_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Review 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 "Advanced" 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-57838r849021_fix

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 "Advanced" and then the "Auditing" tab. 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
Windows Server 2022 Active Directory Infrastructure object must be configured with proper audit settings.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254403 - SV-254403r849025_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-DC-000190
Vuln IDs
  • V-254403
Rule IDs
  • SV-254403r849025_rule
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-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57888r849023_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Review 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 "Advanced" 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-57839r849024_fix

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 "Advanced" and then the "Auditing" tab. 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
Windows Server 2022 Active Directory Domain Controllers Organizational Unit (OU) object must be configured with proper audit settings.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254404 - SV-254404r849028_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-DC-000200
Vuln IDs
  • V-254404
Rule IDs
  • SV-254404r849028_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57889r849026_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Review 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 "Advanced" 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-57840r849027_fix

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 "Advanced" and then the "Auditing" tab. 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
Windows Server 2022 Active Directory AdminSDHolder object must be configured with proper audit settings.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254405 - SV-254405r849031_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-DC-000210
Vuln IDs
  • V-254405
Rule IDs
  • SV-254405r849031_rule
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-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57890r849029_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Review 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 "Advanced" 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-57841r849030_fix

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 "Advanced" and then the "Auditing" tab. 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
Windows Server 2022 Active Directory RID Manager$ object must be configured with proper audit settings.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254406 - SV-254406r849034_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-DC-000220
Vuln IDs
  • V-254406
Rule IDs
  • SV-254406r849034_rule
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-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57891r849032_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Review 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 "Advanced" 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-57842r849033_fix

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$" object in the right pane and select "Properties". Select the "Security" tab. Select "Advanced" and then the "Auditing" tab. Configure the audit settings for RID Manager$ 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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit Account Management - Computer Account Management successes.
AC-2 - Medium - CCI-000018 - V-254407 - SV-254407r849037_rule
RMF Control
AC-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000018
Version
WN22-DC-000230
Vuln IDs
  • V-254407
Rule IDs
  • SV-254407r849037_rule
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. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000004-GPOS-00004, SRG-OS-000239-GPOS-00089, SRG-OS-000240-GPOS-00090, SRG-OS-000241-GPOS-00091, SRG-OS-000303-GPOS-00120, SRG-OS-000476-GPOS-00221
Checks: C-57892r849035_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57843r849036_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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit DS Access - Directory Service Access successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254408 - SV-254408r849040_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-DC-000240
Vuln IDs
  • V-254408
Rule IDs
  • SV-254408r849040_rule
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 Directory Service Access records events related to users accessing an Active Directory object. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57893r849038_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57844r849039_fix

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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit DS Access - Directory Service Access failures.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254409 - SV-254409r849043_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-DC-000250
Vuln IDs
  • V-254409
Rule IDs
  • SV-254409r849043_rule
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 Directory Service Access records events related to users accessing an Active Directory object. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57894r849041_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57845r849042_fix

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
Windows Server 2022 must be configured to audit DS Access - Directory Service Changes successes.
AU-12 - Medium - CCI-000172 - V-254410 - SV-254410r849046_rule
RMF Control
AU-12
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000172
Version
WN22-DC-000260
Vuln IDs
  • V-254410
Rule IDs
  • SV-254410r849046_rule
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 Directory Service Changes records events related to changes made to objects in Active Directory Domain Services. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000327-GPOS-00127, SRG-OS-000458-GPOS-00203, SRG-OS-000463-GPOS-00207, SRG-OS-000468-GPOS-00212
Checks: C-57895r849044_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Security Option "Audit: Force audit policy subcategory settings (Windows Vista or later) to override audit policy category settings" must be set to "Enabled" (WN22-SO-000050) for the detailed auditing subcategories to be effective. Use the "AuditPol" tool to review the current Audit Policy configuration: Open "PowerShell" or 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-57846r849045_fix

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
Windows Server 2022 domain controllers must have a PKI server certificate.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000185 - V-254412 - SV-254412r849052_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000185
Version
WN22-DC-000280
Vuln IDs
  • V-254412
Rule IDs
  • SV-254412r849052_rule
Domain controllers are part of the chain of trust for PKI authentications. Without the appropriate certificate, the authenticity of the domain controller cannot be verified. Domain controllers must have a server certificate to establish authenticity as part of PKI authentications in the domain.
Checks: C-57897r849050_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Run "MMC". Select "Add/Remove Snap-in" from the "File" menu. Select "Certificates" in the left pane and click "Add >". Select "Computer Account" and click "Next". Select the appropriate option for "Select the computer you want this snap-in to manage" and click "Finish". Click "OK". Select and expand the Certificates (Local Computer) entry in the left pane. Select and expand the Personal entry in the left pane. Select the Certificates entry in the left pane. If no certificate for the domain controller exists in the right pane, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57848r849051_fix

Obtain a server certificate for the domain controller.

c
Windows Server 2022 domain Controller PKI certificates must be issued by the DoD PKI or an approved External Certificate Authority (ECA).
IA-5 - High - CCI-000185 - V-254413 - SV-254413r849055_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000185
Version
WN22-DC-000290
Vuln IDs
  • V-254413
Rule IDs
  • SV-254413r849055_rule
A PKI implementation depends on the practices established by the Certificate Authority (CA) to ensure the implementation is secure. Without proper practices, the certificates issued by a CA have limited value in authentication functions. The use of multiple CAs from separate PKI implementations results in interoperability issues. If servers and clients do not have a common set of root CA certificates, they are not able to authenticate each other.
Checks: C-57898r849053_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Run "MMC". Select "Add/Remove Snap-in" from the "File" menu. Select "Certificates" in the left pane and click "Add >". Select "Computer Account" and click "Next". Select the appropriate option for "Select the computer you want this snap-in to manage" and click "Finish". Click "OK". Select and expand the Certificates (Local Computer) entry in the left pane. Select and expand the Personal entry in the left pane. Select the Certificates entry in the left pane. In the right pane, examine the "Issued By" field for the certificate to determine the issuing CA. If the "Issued By" field of the PKI certificate being used by the domain controller does not indicate the issuing CA is part of the DoD PKI or an approved ECA, this is a finding. If the certificates in use are issued by a CA authorized by the Component's CIO, this is a CAT II finding. There are multiple sources from which lists of valid DoD CAs and approved ECAs can be obtained: The Global Directory Service (GDS) website provides an online source. The address for this site is https://crl.gds.disa.mil. DoD Public Key Enablement (PKE) Engineering Support maintains the InstallRoot utility to manage DoD supported root certificates on Windows computers, which includes a list of authorized CAs. The utility package can be downloaded from the PKI and PKE Tools page on Cyber Exchange: https://https://cyber.mil/pki-pke/

Fix: F-57849r849054_fix

Obtain a server certificate for the domain controller issued by the DoD PKI or an approved ECA.

c
Windows Server 2022 PKI certificates associated with user accounts must be issued by a DoD PKI or an approved External Certificate Authority (ECA).
IA-5 - High - CCI-000185 - V-254414 - SV-254414r849058_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000185
Version
WN22-DC-000300
Vuln IDs
  • V-254414
Rule IDs
  • SV-254414r849058_rule
A PKI implementation depends on the practices established by the Certificate Authority (CA) to ensure the implementation is secure. Without proper practices, the certificates issued by a CA have limited value in authentication functions. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000066-GPOS-00034, SRG-OS-000403-GPOS-00182
Checks: C-57899r849056_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Review user account mappings to PKI certificates. Open "Windows PowerShell". Enter "Get-ADUser -Filter * | FT Name, UserPrincipalName, Enabled". Exclude disabled accounts (e.g., DefaultAccount, Guest) and the krbtgt account. If the User Principal Name (UPN) is not in the format of an individual's identifier for the certificate type and for the appropriate domain suffix, this is a finding. For standard NIPRNet certificates, the individual's identifier is in the format of an Electronic Data Interchange - Personnel Identifier (EDI-PI). Alt Tokens and other certificates may use a different UPN format than the EDI-PI which vary by organization. Verified these with the organization. NIPRNet Example: Name - User Principal Name User1 - 1234567890@mil See PKE documentation for other network domain suffixes. If the mappings are to certificates issued by a CA authorized by the Component's CIO, this is a CAT II finding.

Fix: F-57850r849057_fix

Map user accounts to PKI certificates using the appropriate User Principal Name (UPN) for the network. See PKE documentation for details.

b
Windows Server 2022 Active Directory user accounts, including administrators, must be configured to require the use of a Common Access Card (CAC), Personal Identity Verification (PIV)-compliant hardware token, or Alternate Logon Token (ALT) for user authentication.
IA-2 - Medium - CCI-000765 - V-254415 - SV-254415r849355_rule
RMF Control
IA-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000765
Version
WN22-DC-000310
Vuln IDs
  • V-254415
Rule IDs
  • SV-254415r849355_rule
Smart cards such as the CAC support a two-factor authentication technique. This provides a higher level of trust in the asserted identity than use of the username and password for authentication. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000105-GPOS-00052, SRG-OS-000106-GPOS-00053, SRG-OS-000107-GPOS-00054, SRG-OS-000108-GPOS-00055, SRG-OS-000375-GPOS-00160
Checks: C-57900r849059_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Open "PowerShell". Enter the following: "Get-ADUser -Filter {(Enabled -eq $True) -and (SmartcardLogonRequired -eq $False)} | FT Name" ("DistinguishedName" may be substituted for "Name" for more detailed output.) If any user accounts, including administrators, are listed, this is a finding. Alternately: To view sample accounts in "Active Directory Users and Computers" (available from various menus or run "dsa.msc"): Select the Organizational Unit (OU) where the user accounts are located. (By default, this is the Users node; however, accounts may be under other organization-defined OUs.) Right-click the sample user account and select "Properties". Select the "Account" tab. If any user accounts, including administrators, do not have "Smart card is required for interactive logon" checked in the "Account Options" area, this is a finding.

Fix: F-57851r849060_fix

Configure all user accounts, including administrator accounts, in Active Directory to enable the option "Smart card is required for interactive logon". Run "Active Directory Users and Computers" (available from various menus or run "dsa.msc"): Select the OU where the user accounts are located. (By default this is the Users node; however, accounts may be under other organization-defined OUs.) Right-click the user account and select "Properties". Select the "Account" tab. Check "Smart card is required for interactive logon" in the "Account Options" area.

b
Windows Server 2022 domain controllers must require LDAP access signing.
SC-8 - Medium - CCI-002418 - V-254416 - SV-254416r916422_rule
RMF Control
SC-8
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002418
Version
WN22-DC-000320
Vuln IDs
  • V-254416
Rule IDs
  • SV-254416r916422_rule
Unsigned network traffic is susceptible to man-in-the-middle attacks, where an intruder captures packets between the server and the client and modifies them before forwarding them to the client. In the case of an LDAP server, this means that an attacker could cause a client to make decisions based on false records from the LDAP directory. The risk of an attacker pulling this off can be decreased by implementing strong physical security measures to protect the network infrastructure. Furthermore, implementing Internet Protocol security (IPsec) authentication header mode (AH), which performs mutual authentication and packet integrity for Internet Protocol (IP) traffic, can make all types of man-in-the-middle attacks extremely difficult. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000423-GPOS-00187, SRG-OS-000424-GPOS-00188
Checks: C-57901r849062_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. 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\NTDS\Parameters\ Value Name: LDAPServerIntegrity Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000002 (2)

Fix: F-57852r849063_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options >> Domain controller: LDAP server signing requirements to "Require signing".

b
Windows Server 2022 domain controllers must be configured to allow reset of machine account passwords.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-254417 - SV-254417r849067_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
WN22-DC-000330
Vuln IDs
  • V-254417
Rule IDs
  • SV-254417r849067_rule
Enabling this setting on all domain controllers in a domain prevents domain members from changing their computer account passwords. If these passwords are weak or compromised, the inability to change them may leave these computers vulnerable.
Checks: C-57902r849065_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. 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\Netlogon\Parameters\ Value Name: RefusePasswordChange Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0)

Fix: F-57853r849066_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options >> Domain controller: Refuse machine account password changes to "Disabled".

b
Windows Server 2022 Access this computer from the network user right must only be assigned to the Administrators, Authenticated Users, and Enterprise Domain Controllers groups on domain controllers.
AC-3 - Medium - CCI-000213 - V-254418 - SV-254418r849070_rule
RMF Control
AC-3
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000213
Version
WN22-DC-000340
Vuln IDs
  • V-254418
Rule IDs
  • SV-254418r849070_rule
Inappropriate granting of user rights can provide system, administrative, and other high-level capabilities. Accounts with the "Access this computer from the network" right may access resources on the system, and this right must be limited to those requiring it.
Checks: C-57903r849068_chk

This applies to domain controllers. It is NA for other systems. Verify the effective 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. If any accounts or groups other than the following are granted the "Access this computer from the network" right, this is a finding. - Administrators - Authenticated Users - Enterprise Domain Controllers For server core installations, run the following command: Secedit /Export /Areas User_Rights /cfg c:\path\filename.txt Review the text file. If any SIDs other than the following are granted the "SeNetworkLogonRight" user right, this is a finding. S-1-5-32-544 (Administrators) S-1-5-11 (Authenticated Users) S-1-5-9 (Enterprise Domain Controllers) If an application requires this user right, this would not be a finding. Vendor documentation must support the requirement for having the user right. The requirement must be documented with the Information System Security Officer (ISSO). The application account must meet requirements for application account passwords, such as length (WN22-00-000050) and required frequency of changes (WN22-00-000060).

Fix: F-57854r849069_fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> User Rights Assignment >> Access this computer from the network to include only the following accounts or groups: - Administrators - Authenticated Users - Enterprise Domain Controllers

b
Windows Server 2022 Add workstations to domain user right must only be assigned to the Administrators group on domain controllers.
AC-6 - Medium - CCI-002235 - V-254419 - SV-254419r877392_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity