Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-253361 | WN11-CC-000044 | SV-253361r829167_rule | Medium |
Description |
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Internet connection sharing makes it possible for an existing internet connection, such as through wireless, to be shared and used by other systems essentially creating a mobile hotspot. This exposes the system sharing the connection to others with potentially malicious purpose. |
STIG | Date |
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Microsoft Windows 11 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2023-09-29 |
Check Text ( C-56814r829165_chk ) |
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If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Network Connections\ Value Name: NC_ShowSharedAccessUI Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0) |
Fix Text (F-56764r829166_fix) |
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Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Network >> Network Connections >> "Prohibit use of Internet Connection Sharing on your DNS domain network" to "Enabled". |