The built-in administrator account will be renamed.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-1115 | 4.022 | SV-32293r1_rule | IAAC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| The built-in administrator account is a well-known account. Renaming the account to an unidentified name improves the protection of this account and the system. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Win2k8 R2 Audit | 2013-06-10 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-28807r1_fix) |
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| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Security Options -> “Accounts: Rename administrator account” to a value other than “Administrator”. |