The system must not use removable media as the boot loader.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-36664 | WIN00-000012 | SV-54993r1_rule | ECSC-1 | High |
| Description |
|---|
| Malicious users with removable boot media can gain access to a system configured to use removable media as the boot loader. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows Server 2008 R2 Domain Controller Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2015-06-16 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-48730r1_chk ) |
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| Verify whether the system BIOS or controller allows removable media for the boot loader. If it does, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-47875r1_fix) |
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| Configure the system BIOS or controller to use a boot loader installed on fixed media. |