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Device driver searches using Windows Update will be prevented.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-21965 | 5.274 | SV-32455r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Low |
| Description |
|---|
| This setting will prevent the system from searching Windows Update for device drivers. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Win2k8 R2 Audit | 2013-06-10 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-22952r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Device Installation -> “Specify Search Order for device driver source locations” to “Enabled: Do not search Windows Update”. |