Title

Network shares that can be accessed anonymously will not be allowed. (Cat I impact)

Discussion

This is a Category 1 finding because the potential for gaining unauthorized system access. Any shares listed can be accessed by any network user. This could lead to the exposure or corruption of sensitive data. Enabling this setting is very dangerous.

Check Content

Fix Text

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Security Options -> “Network access: Shares that can be accessed anonymously” to be defined but containing no entries (Blank).

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-32317r1_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-3340

Group Title: Anonymous Access to Network Shares

Expert Comments

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