Inclusion of document properties for PDF and XPS output must be disallowed.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-70883 | DTOO206 | SV-85507r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| If the Microsoft Save as PDF or XPS Add-in for Microsoft Office Programs is installed, document properties are saved as metadata when users save or publish files using the PDF or XPS commands in Access 2016, Excel 2016, PowerPoint 2016, and Word 2016 using the PDF or XPS or Publish. If this metadata contains sensitive information, saving it with the file could compromise security. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Office System 2016 STIG | 2016-12-21 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-45679r1_fix) |
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| Set the policy value for User Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Microsoft Office 2016 -> Microsoft Save As PDF and XPS add-ins "Disable inclusion of document properties in PDF and XPS output" to "Enabled". |