Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-3480 | WN08-CC-000122 | SV-48118r2_rule | DCSL-1 | Medium |
Description |
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Uncontrolled system updates can introduce issues to a system. The automatic check for updates performed by Windows Media Player must be disabled to ensure a constant platform and to prevent the introduction of unknown\untested software on the system. |
STIG | Date |
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Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2015-09-02 |
Check Text ( None ) |
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None |
Fix Text (F-41255r1_fix) |
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Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Media Player -> "Prevent Automatic Updates" to "Enabled". |