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Adobe Reader DC must Block Websites.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-65767 ARDC-CL-000025 SV-80257r1_rule Medium
Description
Because Internet access is a potential security risk, clicking any link to the Internet poses a potential security risk. Malicious websites can transfer harmful content or silently gather data. Satisfies: SRG-APP-000112, SRG-APP-000206, SRG-APP-000207, SRG-APP-000209, SRG-APP-000210
STIG Date
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Classic Track Security Technical Implementation Guide 2016-03-08

Details

Check Text ( None )
None
Fix Text (F-71837r1_fix)
Configure the following registry value:

Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE
Registry Path:
\Software\Policies\Adobe\Acrobat Reader\2015\FeatureLockDown\cDefaultLaunchURLPerms

Value Name: iURLPerms
Type: REG_DWORD
Value: 1