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Windows Server 2022 must prevent users from changing installation options.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-254373 | WN22-CC-000420 | SV-254373r848935_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Installation options for applications are typically controlled by administrators. This setting prevents users from changing installation options that may bypass security features. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2024-02-27 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-57858r848933_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: EnableUserControl Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0) |
| Fix Text (F-57809r848934_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Windows Installer >> Allow user control over installs to "Disabled". |