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Solicited Remote Assistance must not be allowed.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-3343 | WN08-CC-000059 | SV-48072r1_rule | ECSC-1 | High |
| Description |
|---|
| Remote assistance allows another user to view or take control of the local session of a user. Solicited assistance is help that is specifically requested by the local user. This may allow unauthorized parties access to the resources on the computer. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-06-27 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-44811r1_chk ) |
|---|
| If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Subkey: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services\ Value Name: fAllowToGetHelp Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0 |
| Fix Text (F-41210r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Remote Assistance -> "Configure Solicited Remote Assistance" to "Disabled". |