Check: 5.017
Win2k8 Audit:
5.017
(in version v6 r1.22)
Title
The user is allowed to launch Windows Messenger (MSN Messenger, .NET Messenger). (Cat II impact)
Discussion
This setting prevents the Windows Messenger client from being run. Instant Messaging clients must be in compliance of with the Instant Messaging STIG. Windows Messenger should not be active on Windows unless the instant messaging system is a Managed Enterprise Service for unclassified data for which the DAA has approved.
Check Content
Fix Text
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Messenger “Do Not Allow Windows Messenger to be Run” to “Enabled”.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-29239r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-3348
Group Title: Windows Messenger - Do Not Allow To Run
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