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The built-in guest account has not been renamed.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-1114 4.021 SV-25024r1_rule IAAC-1 Medium
Description
A system faces an increased vulnerability threat if the built-in guest account is not renamed or disabled. The built-in guest account is a known user account on all Windows systems and, as initially installed, does not require a password. This can allow access to system resources by unauthorized users. This account is a member of the group Everyone and has all the rights and permissions associated with that group and could provide access to system resources to unauthorized users.
STIG Date
Windows 7 Security Technical Implementation Guide 2014-12-13

Details

Check Text ( None )
None
Fix Text (F-5761r1_fix)
Configure the system to rename the built-in guest account