Title

UAC - Allow UIAccess applications to prompt for elevation without using the secure desktop (Cat II impact)

Discussion

This check verifies whether User Interface Accessibility programs can automatically disable the secure desktop for elevation prompts for a standard user.

Check Content

Fix Text

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Security Options -> “User Account Control: Allow UIAccess applications to prompt for elevation without using the secure desktop” to “Disabled”.

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-16934r1_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-15991

Group Title: UAC - UIAccess Secure Desktop

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