Users must be prevented from changing installation options.

From Windows 8/8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Part of Windows Installer – User Control

Associated with: CCI-001812

SV-48232r1_rule Users must be prevented from changing installation options.

Vulnerability discussion

Installation options for applications are typically controlled by administrators. This setting prevents users from changing installation options that may bypass security features.

Check content

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Subkey: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Installer\ Value Name: EnableUserControl Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0

Fix text

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Installer -> "Allow user control over installs" to "Disabled".

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