Title

Windows Ink Workspace must be configured to disallow access above the lock. (Cat II impact)

Discussion

This action secures Windows Ink, which contains applications and features oriented toward pen computing.

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\WindowsInkWorkspace Value Name: AllowWindowsInkWorkspace Value Type: REG_DWORD Value data: 1

Fix Text

Disable the convenience PIN sign-in. If this needs to be corrected, configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Windows Ink Workspace >> Set "Allow Windows Ink Workspace" to "Enabled” and set Options "On, but disallow access above lock".

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-220871r958478_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-220871

Group Title: SRG-OS-000095-GPOS-00049

Expert Comments

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