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Windows 10 nonpersistent VM sessions must not exceed 24 hours.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-220738 WN10-00-000250 SV-220738r890426_rule Medium
Description
For virtual desktop implementations (VDIs) where the virtual desktop instance is deleted or refreshed upon logoff, the organization should enforce that sessions be terminated within 24 hours. This would ensure any data stored on the VM that is not encrypted or covered by Credential Guard is deleted.
STIG Date
Microsoft Windows 10 Security Technical Implementation Guide 2023-04-26

Details

Check Text ( C-22453r890424_chk )
Ensure there is a documented policy or procedure in place that nonpersistent VM sessions do not exceed 24 hours. If the system is NOT a nonpersistent VM, this is Not Applicable.

If no such documented policy or procedure is in place, this is a finding.
Fix Text (F-22442r890425_fix)
Set nonpersistent VM sessions to not exceed 24 hours.