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The built-in guest account must be renamed.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-73625 | WN16-SO-000040 | SV-88289r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The built-in guest account is a well-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. Renaming this account to an unidentified name improves the protection of this account and the system. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows Server 2016 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-05-18 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-73707r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Verify the effective setting in Local Group Policy Editor. Run "gpedit.msc". Navigate to Local Computer Policy >> Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options. If the value for "Accounts: Rename guest account" is not set to a value other than "Guest", this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-80075r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options >> "Accounts: Rename guest account" to a name other than "Guest". |