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ActiveX controls and plug-ins must be disallowed (Restricted Sites zone).
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-46579 | DTBI115-IE11 | SV-59443r1_rule | DCMC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| This policy setting allows you to manage whether ActiveX controls and plug-ins can be run on pages from the specified zone. ActiveX controls not marked as safe should not be executed. If you enable this policy setting, controls and plug-ins can run without user intervention. If you disable this policy setting, controls and plug-ins are prevented from running. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-02-28 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-50349r1_fix) |
|---|
| Set the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Internet Explorer -> Internet Control Panel -> Security Page -> Restricted Sites Zone -> 'Run ActiveX controls and plugins' to 'Enabled', and select 'Disable' from the drop-down box. |