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XCCDF
Microsoft Windows 11 Security Technical Implementation Guide
SRG-OS-000125-GPOS-00065
The Windows Remote Management (WinRM) client must not use Basic authentication.
The Windows Remote Management (WinRM) client must not use Basic authentication.
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The Windows Remote Management (WinRM) client must not use Basic authentication.
High Severity
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