The password manager function in the Edge browser must be disabled.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-63709 | WN10-CC-000245 | SV-78199r3_rule | Medium |
| Description |
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| Passwords save locally for re-use when browsing may be subject to compromise. Disabling the Edge password manager will prevent this for the browser. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 10 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-04-28 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-80427r1_fix) |
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| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Microsoft Edge >> "Configure Password Manager" to "Disabled". Prior to v1607 of Windows 10, the policy name was "Turn off Password Manager". The STIG configuration selection did not change. |