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Remote assistance must display a warning message when allowing helpdesk personnel to connect to a system.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-36694 | WN08-CC-000061 | SV-48317r2_rule | ECWM-1 | Low |
| Description |
|---|
| Requiring warning text to display when allowing helpdesk personnel to connect to a system with remote assistance ensures personnel are aware of the activity and enforces the need to monitor the activity. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-12-13 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-41450r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Remote Assistance -> "Customize warning messages" to "Enabled" with "You are about to allow other personnel to remotely connect to your system. Sensitive data should not be displayed during this session." entered in the "Display warning message before connecting:" field. |