Check: WIN00-000012
Windows 2003 MS STIG:
WIN00-000012
(in version v6 r37)
Title
The system must not use removable media as the boot loader. (Cat I impact)
Discussion
Malicious users with removable boot media can gain access to a system configured to use removable media as the boot loader.
Check Content
Verify whether the system BIOS or controller allows removable media for the boot loader. If it does, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Configure the system BIOS or controller to use a boot loader installed on fixed media.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-54987r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-36664
Group Title:
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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 |