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Microsoft Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security Security Technical Implementation Guide
SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00227
Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security must be enabled when connected to a public network.
Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security must be enabled when connected to a public network.
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Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security must be enabled when connected to a public network.
Medium Severity
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