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8dot3 Name Creation Prevented
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-16007 | 3.139 | SV-16959r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Low |
| Description |
|---|
| This check verifies Windows is configured to prevent the generation of 8.3 style file names. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Win2k8 Audit | 2013-06-10 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-16030r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Security Options -> “MSS: (NtfsDisable8dot3NameCreation) Enable the computer to stop generating 8.3 style filenames (recommended)” to “Enabled”. |