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Optional component installation and component repair must be prevented from using Windows Update.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-36677 | WN08-CC-000018 | SV-48296r2_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. Optional component installation or repair must be obtained from an internal source. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2016-06-08 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-44974r1_chk ) |
|---|
| If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Subkey: \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Servicing \ Value Name: UseWindowsUpdate Type: REG_DWORD Value: 2 |
| Fix Text (F-41431r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> "Specify settings for optional component installation and component repair" to "Enabled" and with "Never attempt to download payload from Windows Update" selected. |