Check: WN11-CC-000180
Microsoft Windows 11 STIG:
WN11-CC-000180
(in versions v2 r2 through v1 r1)
Title
Autoplay must be turned off for non-volume devices. (Cat I impact)
Discussion
Allowing autoplay to execute may introduce malicious code to a system. Autoplay begins reading from a drive as soon as media is inserted in the drive. As a result, the setup file of programs or music on audio media may start. This setting will disable autoplay for non-volume devices (such as Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) devices).
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\Explorer\ Value Name: NoAutoplayfornonVolume Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1
Fix Text
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> AutoPlay Policies >> "Disallow Autoplay for non-volume devices" to "Enabled".
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-253386r958804_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-253386
Group Title: SRG-OS-000368-GPOS-00154
Expert Comments
CCIs
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-001734 |
Defines the restrictions to be followed on the use of open source software. |
| CCI-001764 |
Prevent program execution in accordance with organization-defined policies, rules of behavior, and/or access agreements regarding software program usage and restrictions; rules authorizing the terms and conditions of software program usage. |