Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-1114 | 4.021 | SV-32292r1_rule | IAAC-1 | Medium |
Description |
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A system faces an increased vulnerability threat if the built-in guest account is not renamed or disabled. The built-in guest account is a known user account on all Windows systems, and as initially installed, does not require a password. This can allow access to system resources by unauthorized users. This account is a member of the group Everyone and has all the rights and permissions associated with that group and could provide access to system resources to unauthorized users. |
STIG | Date |
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Windows Server 2008 R2 Member Server Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2016-01-22 |
Check Text ( None ) |
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None |
Fix Text (F-28806r1_fix) |
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Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Security Options -> “Accounts: Rename guest account” to a value other than “Guest”. |