Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-1159 | 3.049 | SV-25109r1_rule | ECCD-1 ECCD-2 | High |
Description |
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This is a Category 1 finding because if this option is set, the Recovery Console does not require you to provide a password and will automatically log on to the system, giving administrator access to system files. By default, the Recovery Console requires you to provide the password for the administrator account before accessing the system. |
STIG | Date |
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Windows 7 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-07-03 |
Check Text ( None ) |
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None |
Fix Text (F-28813r1_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”. |