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Microsoft Windows 10 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Rules, Groups, and Values defined within the XCCDF Benchmark

  • SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227

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  • A host-based firewall must be installed and enabled on the system.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;A firewall provides a line of defense against attack, allowing or blocking inbound and outbound connections based on a set of...
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  • SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227

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  • Bluetooth must be turned off when not in use.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;If not configured properly, Bluetooth may allow rogue devices to communicate with a system. If a rogue device is paired with ...
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  • SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227

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  • The system must notify the user when a Bluetooth device attempts to connect.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;If not configured properly, Bluetooth may allow rogue devices to communicate with a system. If a rogue device is paired with ...
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  • SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227

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  • SRG-OS-000076-GPOS-00044

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  • The system must be configured to prevent IP source routing.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Configuring the system to disable IP source routing protects against spoofing.&lt;/VulnDiscussion&gt;&lt;FalsePositives&gt;&l...
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  • SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227

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  • SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227

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  • Users must be prevented from changing installation options.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Installation options for applications are typically controlled by administrators. This setting prevents users from changing i...
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  • SRG-OS-000362-GPOS-00149

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  • The Windows Remote Management (WinRM) service must not allow unencrypted traffic.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Unencrypted remote access to a system can allow sensitive information to be compromised. Windows remote management connectio...
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  • SRG-OS-000373-GPOS-00156

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  • SRG-OS-000134-GPOS-00068

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  • Turning off File Explorer heap termination on corruption must be disabled.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Legacy plug-in applications may continue to function when a File Explorer session has become corrupt. Disabling this feature...
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  • SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227

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  • Basic authentication for RSS feeds over HTTP must not be used.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Basic authentication uses plain text passwords that could be used to compromise a system.&lt;/VulnDiscussion&gt;&lt;FalsePosi...
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  • SRG-OS-000095-GPOS-00049

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  • Indexing of encrypted files must be turned off.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Indexing of encrypted files may expose sensitive data. This setting prevents encrypted files from being indexed.&lt;/VulnDis...
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  • SRG-OS-000362-GPOS-00149

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  • SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227

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  • Windows 10 domain-joined systems must have a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) enabled and ready for use.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Credential Guard uses virtualization-based security to protect information that could be used in credential theft attacks if ...
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  • SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227

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  • Windows 10 systems must have Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) firmware and be configured to run in UEFI mode, not Legacy BIOS.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;UEFI provides additional security features in comparison to legacy BIOS firmware, including Secure Boot. UEFI is required to ...
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  • SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227

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  • Windows 10 must employ automated mechanisms to determine the state of system components with regard to flaw remediation using the following frequency: Continuously, where ESS is used; 30 days, for any additional internal network scans not covered by ESS; and annually, for external scans by Computer Network Defense Service Provider (CNDSP).

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;An approved tool for continuous network scanning must be installed and configured to run. Without the use of automated mecha...
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  • SRG-OS-000185-GPOS-00079

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  • Windows 10 information systems must use BitLocker to encrypt all disks to protect the confidentiality and integrity of all information at rest.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;If data at rest is unencrypted, it is vulnerable to disclosure. Even if the operating system enforces permissions on data acc...
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  • SRG-OS-000185-GPOS-00079

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  • Windows 10 systems must use a BitLocker PIN for pre-boot authentication.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;If data at rest is unencrypted, it is vulnerable to disclosure. Even if the operating system enforces permissions on data acc...
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  • SRG-OS-000185-GPOS-00079

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  • Windows 10 systems must use a BitLocker PIN with a minimum length of six digits for pre-boot authentication.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;If data at rest is unencrypted, it is vulnerable to disclosure. Even if the operating system enforces permissions on data acc...
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  • SRG-OS-000370-GPOS-00155

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  • The operating system must employ a deny-all, permit-by-exception policy to allow the execution of authorized software programs.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Utilizing an allowlist provides a configuration management method for allowing the execution of only authorized software. Usi...
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  • SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227

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  • Windows 10 systems must be maintained at a supported servicing level.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Windows 10 is maintained by Microsoft at servicing levels for specific periods of time to support Windows as a Service. Syste...
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  • SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227

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  • The Windows 10 system must use an anti-virus program.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Malicious software can establish a base on individual desktops and servers. Employing an automated mechanism to detect this t...
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  • SRG-OS-000080-GPOS-00048

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  • Local volumes must be formatted using NTFS.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;The ability to set access permissions and auditing is critical to maintaining the security and proper access controls of a sy...
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  • SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227

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  • Alternate operating systems must not be permitted on the same system.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Allowing other operating systems to run on a secure system may allow security to be circumvented.&lt;/VulnDiscussion&gt;&lt;F...
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  • SRG-OS-000138-GPOS-00069

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  • Non system-created file shares on a system must limit access to groups that require it.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Shares which provide network access, should not typically exist on a workstation except for system-created administrative sha...
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  • SRG-OS-000118-GPOS-00060

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  • Unused accounts must be disabled or removed from the system after 35 days of inactivity.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Outdated or unused accounts provide penetration points that may go undetected. Inactive accounts must be deleted if no longer...
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  • SRG-OS-000324-GPOS-00125

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  • Internet Information System (IIS) or its subcomponents must not be installed on a workstation.

    &lt;VulnDiscussion&gt;Installation of Internet Information System (IIS) may allow unauthorized internet services to be hosted. Websites must only ...
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