The system must not use removable media as the boot loader.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-36664 | WN08-00-000012 | SV-48281r2_rule | ECSC-1 | High |
| Description |
|---|
| Malicious users with removable boot media can gain access to a system configured to use removable media as the boot loader. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 8 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-01-07 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-44959r2_chk ) |
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| Verify whether the system BIOS or controller allows removable media for the boot loader. If it does, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-41416r1_fix) |
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| Configure the system to use a boot loader installed on fixed media. |