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Windows Server 2016 must be configured to require case insensitivity for non-Windows subsystems.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-73703 | WN16-SO-000440 | SV-88367r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| This setting controls the behavior of non-Windows subsystems when dealing with the case of arguments or commands. Case sensitivity could lead to the access of files or commands that must be restricted. To prevent this from happening, case insensitivity restrictions must be required. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows Server 2016 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2018-09-05 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-73785r1_chk ) |
|---|
| 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: \SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Session Manager\Kernel\ Value Name: ObCaseInsensitive Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000001 (1) |
| Fix Text (F-80153r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options >> "System objects: Require case insensitivity for non-Windows subsystems" to "Enabled". |