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Adobe Reader DC must block access to Unknown Websites.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-65769 | ARDC-CL-000030 | SV-80259r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Because Internet access is a potential security risk, clicking any unknown website 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-71839r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the following registry value: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Adobe\Acrobat Reader\2015\FeatureLockDown\cDefaultLaunchURLPerms Value Name: iUnknownURLPerms Type: REG_DWORD Value: 3 |