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Windows Server 2022 lock pages in memory user right must not be assigned to any groups or accounts.

An XCCDF Rule

Description

Inappropriate granting of user rights can provide system, administrative, and other high-level capabilities. The "Lock pages in memory" user right allows physical memory to be assigned to processes, which could cause performance issues or a denial of service. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000324-GPOS-00125, SRG-OS-000433-GPOS-00193

ID
SV-254506r958726_rule
Version
WN22-UR-000160
Severity
Medium
References
Updated

Remediation Templates

A Manual Procedure

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> User Rights Assignment >> Lock pages in memory to be defined but containing no entries (blank).