Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-15726 | 5.252 | SV-25269r2_rule | Medium |
Description |
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Uncontrolled installation of applications can introduce various issues, including system instability, and allow access to sensitive information. Installation of applications must be controlled by the enterprise. This setting prevents user-installed gadgets from running. |
STIG | Date |
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Windows 7 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2016-07-22 |
Check Text ( None ) |
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None |
Fix Text (F-62297r1_fix) |
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Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Desktop Gadgets - > "Turn Off user-installed desktop gadgets" to "Enabled". To turn off Desktop Gadgets completely, configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Desktop Gadgets -> "Turn off desktop gadgets" to "Enabled". |