Users must be notified if a web-based program attempts to install software.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-15684 | WN12-CC-000117 | SV-53056r2_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Users must be aware of attempted program installations. This setting ensures users are notified if a web-based program attempts to install software. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows Server 2012/2012 R2 Member Server Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2020-06-16 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-47359r2_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\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Installer\ Value Name: SafeForScripting Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0 |
| Fix Text (F-45982r1_fix) |
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| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Installer -> "Prevent Internet Explorer security prompt for Windows Installer scripts" to "Disabled". |