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The shutdown option must be available from the logon dialog box.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-1075 WN08-SO-000073 SV-48018r1_rule ECSC-1 Low
Description
Preventing display of the shutdown button in the logon dialog box may encourage a hard shut down with the power button. (However, displaying the shutdown button may allow individuals to shut down a system anonymously.)
STIG Date
Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide 2015-03-09

Details

Check Text ( None )
None
Fix Text (F-41156r1_fix)
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Security Options -> "Shutdown: Allow system to be shutdown without having to log on" to "Enabled".