Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-63809 | WN10-SO-000225 | SV-78299r1_rule | High |
Description |
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If this option is enabled, the Recovery Console does not require a password and automatically logs on to the system. This could allow unauthorized administrative access to the system. |
STIG | Date |
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Windows 10 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2015-11-30 |
Check Text ( C-64559r1_chk ) |
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If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Setup\RecoveryConsole\ Value Name: SecurityLevel Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0 |
Fix Text (F-69737r1_fix) |
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Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options >> "Recovery console: Allow automatic administrative logon" to "Disabled". |