Check: 4.048
Windows 2003 DC STIG:
4.048
(in version v6 r40)
Title
Restricted accounts are not disabled. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Several new accounts are created as part of the default installation. As these accounts are well known they may represent prime attack targets. To help prevent attacks using the well-known accounts the following accounts should be disabled: HelpAssistant and Support_388945a0.
Check Content
Fix Text
Configure the system to disable restricted accounts such as HelpAssistant or Support_388945a0.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-29604r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-3369
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CCIs
CCIs tied to check.
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-000366 |
Implement the security configuration settings. |
Controls
Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| CM-6 |
Configuration Settings |