Title

The option to update to the latest version of Windows from the Store must be turned off. (Cat II impact)

Discussion

Uncontrolled system updates can introduce issues into the environment. Updates to the latest version of Windows must be done through proper change management. This setting will prevent the option to update to the latest version of Windows from being offered through the Store.

Check Content

Verify the registry value below. If it does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsStore\ Value Name: DisableOSUpgrade Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 1

Fix Text

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Store >> "Turn off the offer to update to the latest version of Windows" to "Enabled".

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-55997r3_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-43244

Group Title: WINCC-000144

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