Title

The IE Local zone includes parameter is not set correctly. (Cat II impact)

Discussion

This parameter controls which sites are by default in the local zone. Since this is the least restrictive zone these settings ensure that sites are not included in this zone by default.

Check Content

Procedure: Use the Windows Registry Editor to navigate to the following key: HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings\Zones\1 Criteria: If the value Flags is less than or equal to 0x43 (hex) or 67 (Dec), this is not a finding.

Fix Text

Change the value of registry key HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings\Zones\1 to Flags is 0x43.

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-6283r1_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-6233

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Expert Comments

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