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The Application event log must be configured to a minimum size requirement.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-26579 | WN08-CC-000084 | SV-48345r1_rule | ECRR-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Inadequate log size will cause the log to fill up quickly and require frequent clearing by administrative personnel. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-07-03 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-41477r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Event Log Service -> Application -> "Specify the maximum log size (KB)" to at minimum "Enabled:32768". |