Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-36677 | WN12-CC-000018 | SV-51606r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Low |
Description |
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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 |
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Windows Server 2012/2012 R2 Member Server Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2019-03-13 |
Check Text ( C-46856r2_chk ) |
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If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Servicing\ Value Name: UseWindowsUpdate Type: REG_DWORD Value: 2 |
Fix Text (F-44727r1_fix) |
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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. |