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Device driver updates must only search managed servers, not Windows Update.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-36678 WN08-CC-000025 SV-48297r2_rule ECSC-1 Low
Description
Uncontrolled system updates can introduce issues to a system. Obtaining update components from an outside source may also potentially provide sensitive information outside of the enterprise. Device driver updates must be obtained from an internal source.
STIG Date
Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide 2015-03-09

Details

Check Text ( None )
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Fix Text (F-41432r1_fix)
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Device Installation -> "Specify the search server for device driver updates" to "Enabled" with "Search Managed Server" selected.