The Windows Connect Now wizards must be disabled.

From Windows Server 2012/2012 R2 Domain Controller Security Technical Implementation Guide

Part of Network – Windows Connect Now Wizards

Associated with: CCI-000381

SV-53089r1_rule The Windows Connect Now wizards must be disabled.

Vulnerability discussion

Windows Connect Now provides wizards for tasks such as "Set up a wireless router or access point" and must not be available to users. Functions such as these may allow unauthorized connections to a system and the potential for sensitive information to be compromised.

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 Registry Path: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WCN\UI\ Value Name: DisableWcnUi Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix text

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Network -> Windows Connect Now -> "Prohibit access of the Windows Connect Now wizards" to "Enabled".

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