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Unauthorized accounts must not have the Back up files and directories user right.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-26474 WINUR-000007 SV-35929r2_rule ECLP-1 Medium
Description
Inappropriate granting of user rights can provide system, administrative, and other high-level capabilities. Accounts with the "Back up files and directories" user right can circumvent file and directory permissions and could allow access to sensitive data.
STIG Date
Windows 7 Security Technical Implementation Guide 2015-06-24

Details

Check Text ( None )
None
Fix Text (F-65561r2_fix)
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> User Rights Assignment >> "Back up files and directories" to only include the following accounts or groups:

Administrators