Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-17430 | 5.465 | SV-18486r2_rule | ECSC-1 | Low |
Description |
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A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. The display of notifications to the user when a program is blocked from receiving an inbound connection on a private network must be enabled to alert the user of potential issues. |
STIG | Date |
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Windows Vista Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2013-03-14 |
Check Text ( C-45381r1_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 Subkey: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsFirewall\PrivateProfile\ Value Name: DisableNotifications Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0 If a third-party firewall is used, verify a comparable setting has been implemented. The Remote Endpoint STIG contains additional firewall requirements for systems used remotely. |
Fix Text (F-41946r2_fix) |
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Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Private Profile Tab -> Settings (select Customize) -> Firewall settings, "Display a notification" to "Yes (default)". Configure a comparable setting if a third-party firewall is used. |