Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
---|---|---|---|---|
V-17434 | 5.469 | SV-25236r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Low |
Description |
---|
This check sets location and file name of the firewall log for a private network connection. |
STIG | Date |
---|---|
Windows 7 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2012-07-02 |
Check Text ( C-39085r1_chk ) |
---|
If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Subkey: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsFirewall\PrivateProfile\Logging Value Name: LogFilePath Type: REG_SZ Value: %windir%\system32\logfiles\firewall\privatefirewall.log Automated tools may search for the file name specified in the check. If the site uses a different name for the log file, the finding will need to be closed manually. If a third-party firewall is used, document this with the IAO and mark the Windows firewall settings as Not Applicable. The Antivirus and Remote Endpoint STIGs contain requirements that may be applicable. |
Fix Text (F-17348r1_fix) |
---|
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Private Profile Tab -> Logging (select Customize), “Name” to “%windir%\system32\logfiles\firewall\privatefirewall.log”. |