Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-3453 | 5.042 | SV-25261r1_rule | Medium |
Description |
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This setting controls the ability of users to supply passwords automatically as part of their remote desktop connection. Disabling this setting would allow anyone to use the stored credentials in a connection item to connect to the terminal server. |
STIG | Date |
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Windows 7 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-07-28 |
Check Text ( None ) |
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None |
Fix Text (F-22929r1_fix) |
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Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Remote Desktop Services -> Remote Desktop Session Host -> Security “Always prompt for password upon connection” to “Enabled”. |