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Computer prevented from downloading print driver packages over HTTP.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-14260 | 5.130 | SV-29423r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| This check verifies that the system is configured to prevent the computer from downloading print driver packages over HTTP. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows Vista Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2016-06-03 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-11607r1_chk ) |
|---|
| If the following registry value doesn’t exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Subkey: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Printers Value Name: DisableWebPnPDownload Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1 |
| Fix Text (F-13585r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Internet Communication Management -> Internet Communication setting ‘Turn off downloading of print drivers over HTTP’ to “Enabled”. |