Check: SQL4-00-016500
MS SQL Server 2014 Instance STIG:
SQL4-00-016500
(in versions v2 r3 through v1 r4)
Title
SQL Server must have the SQL Server Data Tools (SSDT) software component removed if it is unused. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Information systems are capable of providing a wide variety of functions and services. Some of the functions and services, provided by default or selected for installation by an administrator, may not be necessary to support essential organizational operations (e.g., key missions, functions). Applications must adhere to the principles of least functionality by providing only essential capabilities. Unused and unnecessary SQL Server components increase the number of available attack vectors. By minimizing the services and applications installed on the system, the number of potential vulnerabilities is reduced. The SQL Server Data Tools (SSDT) software component must be removed from SQL Server if it is unused.
Check Content
Review the list of components and features installed with the database. Using an account with System Administrator privileges, from Command Prompt, open control.exe. Navigate to Programs and Features. Check for the following entries in the 'Uninstall or change a program' window. Microsoft SQL Server Data Tools - Database Projects - Web installer entry point Prerequisites for SSDT If SQL Server Data Tools is not documented as a server requirement, and these entries exist, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Document the requirement for SQL Server Data Tools to reside on this server. If it is not required, using an account with System Administrator privileges, from Command Prompt, open control.exe. Navigate to Programs and Features. Remove the following entries in the 'Uninstall or change a program' window. Microsoft SQL Server Data Tools - Database Projects - Web installer entry point Prerequisites for SSDT
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-213833r395853_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-213833
Group Title: SRG-APP-000141-DB-000091
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-000381 |
The organization configures the information system to provide only essential capabilities. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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CM-7 |
Least Functionality |