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Network shares that can be accessed anonymously must not be allowed.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN12-SO-000059 | WN12-SO-000059 | WN12-SO-000059_rule | High |
| Description |
|---|
| Anonymous access to network shares provides the potential for gaining unauthorized system access by network users. This could lead to the exposure or corruption of sensitive data. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Member Server Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2013-07-25 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-WN12-SO-000059_chk ) |
|---|
| If the following registry value does not exist, this is not a finding: If the following registry value does exist and is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \System\CurrentControlSet\Services\LanManServer\Parameters\ Value Name: NullSessionShares Value Type: REG_MULTI_SZ Value: (Blank) |
| Fix Text (F-WN12-SO-000059_fix) |
|---|
| Ensure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Security Options -> "Network access: Shares that can be accessed anonymously" contains no entries (blank). |