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Anonymous access to the registry must be restricted.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-1152 | WN08-GE-000014 | SV-48047r2_rule | High |
| Description |
|---|
| The registry is integral to the function, security, and stability of the Windows system. Some processes may require anonymous access to the registry. This must be limited to properly protect the system. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2016-06-08 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-64131r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Run "Regedit". Navigate to the following registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\SecurePipeServers\Winreg\ If the key does not exist, this is a finding. Review the permissions. If the default permissions listed below have been changed, this is a finding. Administrators - Full Control Backup Operators - Read (This key only) LOCAL SERVICE - Read |
| Fix Text (F-69311r1_fix) |
|---|
| Maintain the default permissions of the following registry key as noted below: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\SecurePipeServers\Winreg\ Administrators - Full Control Backup Operators - Read (This key only) LOCAL SERVICE - Read |