Windows Explorer shell protocol will run in protected mode.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-15683 | 5.240 | SV-32417r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| This check verifies that the shell protocol runs in protected mode. (This allows applications to only open limited folders.) |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows Server 2008 R2 Domain Controller Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-07-09 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-15550r1_fix) |
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| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Explorer “Turn off shell protocol protected mode” to “Disabled”. |