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Downloading print driver packages over HTTP must be prevented.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-63615 WN10-CC-000100 SV-78105r1_rule Medium
Description
Some features may communicate with the vendor, sending system information or downloading data or components for the feature. Turning off this capability will prevent potentially sensitive information from being sent outside the enterprise and uncontrolled updates to the system. This setting prevents the computer from downloading print driver packages over HTTP.
STIG Date
Windows 10 Security Technical Implementation Guide 2016-10-28

Details

Check Text ( None )
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Fix Text (F-69545r1_fix)
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> System >> Internet Communication Management >> Internet Communication settings >> "Turn off downloading of print drivers over HTTP" to "Enabled".