Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-17445 | WNFWA-000027 | SV-54921r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Low |
Description |
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A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. The firewall log file size for a public network connection will be set to ensure enough capacity is allocated for audit data. |
STIG | Date |
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Windows Firewall with Advanced Security Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-01-07 |
Check Text ( C-48675r2_chk ) |
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Verify the registry value below. If this registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsFirewall\PublicProfile\Logging\ Value Name: LogFileSize Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00004000 (16384) (or greater) |
Fix Text (F-47789r1_fix) |
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Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Public Profile Tab -> Logging (select Customize), "Size limit (KB)" to "16,384" (or greater). |