The Recovery Console option must be set to prevent automatic logon to the system.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-63809 | WN10-SO-000225 | SV-78299r1_rule | High |
| Description |
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| If this option is enabled, the Recovery Console does not require a password and automatically logs on to the system. This could allow unauthorized administrative access to the system. |
| STIG | Date |
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| Windows 10 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2016-06-24 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-64559r1_chk ) |
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| If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Setup\RecoveryConsole\ Value Name: SecurityLevel Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0 |
| Fix Text (F-69737r1_fix) |
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| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options >> "Recovery console: Allow automatic administrative logon" to "Disabled". |