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Users must be notified if a web-based program attempts to install software.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN12-CC-000117 | WN12-CC-000117 | WN12-CC-000117_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Users must be aware of attempted program installations. This setting ensures users are notified if a web-based program attempts to install software. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Domain Controller Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2013-07-25 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-WN12-CC-000117_chk ) |
|---|
| 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\Installer\ Value Name: SafeForScripting Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0 |
| Fix Text (F-WN12-CC-000117_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Installer -> "Prevent Internet Explorer security prompt for Windows Installer scripts" to "Disabled". |