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The computer account password is prevented from being reset.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-1165 3.044 SV-25041r1_rule IAIA-1 IAIA-2 Low
Description
Computer account passwords are changed automatically on a regular basis. Enabling this policy to disable automatic password changes can make the system more vulnerable to malicious access. Frequent password changes can be a significant safeguard for your system. If this policy is disabled, a new password for the computer account will be generated every 30 days.
STIG Date
Win7 Audit 2013-06-10

Details

Check Text ( None )
None
Fix Text (F-102r1_fix)
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Security Options -> “Domain Member: Disable Machine Account Password Changes” to “Disabled”.