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The Windows Firewall must be enabled for the Private Profile.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN12-FW-000010 | WN12-FW-000010 | WN12-FW-000010_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. This setting enables the firewall when connected to a private network. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Domain Controller Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2013-07-25 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-WN12-FW-000010_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\WindowsFirewall\PrivateProfile\ Value Name: EnableFirewall Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1 If a third-party firewall is used, verify a comparable setting has been implemented. |
| Fix Text (F-WN12-FW-000010_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Private Profile Tab -> State, "Firewall state" to "On (recommended)". Configure a comparable setting if a third-party firewall is used. |