The system is configured to prevent background refresh of Group Policy.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-3469 | 3.080 | SV-29606r2_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| If this setting is enabled, then Group Policy settings are not refreshed while a user is currently logged on. This could lead to instances when a user does not have the latest changes to a policy applied and is therefore operating in an insecure context. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Win2k8 Audit | 2013-06-10 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-5684r1_fix) |
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| Configure the system to require Group Policy background refresh by setting the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Group Policy “Turn Off Background Refresh of Group Policy” to “Disabled”. |