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Users must be prevented from changing installation options.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-15685 | WN08-CC-000115 | SV-48232r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Installation options for applications are typically controlled by administrators. This setting prevents users from changing installation options that may bypass security features. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2015-09-02 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-41368r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Installer -> "Allow user control over installs" to "Disabled". |