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Allow software to run or install even if the signature is invalid is not disabled.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-15499 DTBI350 SV-25562r2_rule DCMC-1 Medium
Description
Microsoft ActiveX controls and file downloads often have digital signatures attached that vouch for both the file's integrity and the identity of the signer (creator) of the software. An invalid signature might indicate that someone has tampered with the file.
STIG Date
Internet Explorer 8 STIG 2014-09-30

Details

Check Text ( None )
None
Fix Text (F-23144r2_fix)
The policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Internet Explorer -> Internet Control Panel -> Advanced Page -> "Allow software to run or install even if the signature is invalid" will be set to “Disabled”.