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A Windows system has a writable DCOM configuration.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-6826 | 5.108 | SV-29543r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| A registry key for a valid DCOM object has access permissions that could allow non-administrator users to change the security settings if inadvertently set to a low level of security. An attacker could possibly execute code under the context of the console or some other user. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows Vista Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2015-01-05 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-6513r1_fix) |
|---|
| Fortify DCOMs AppId permissions. Any changes should be thoroughly tested so objects continue to function under tightened security. - Open the Registry Editor. - Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Classes\Appid. - Select the application that generated this vulnerability. - Set the permissions for standard (non-privileged) user accounts or groups to Read only. |