Check: WN16-SO-000110
Microsoft Windows Server 2016 STIG:
WN16-SO-000110
(in versions v2 r8 through v1 r1)
Title
The computer account password must not be prevented from being reset. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Computer account passwords are changed automatically on a regular basis. Disabling automatic password changes can make the system more vulnerable to malicious access. Frequent password changes can be a significant safeguard for the system. A new password for the computer account will be generated every 30 days.
Check Content
If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding. Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\Netlogon\Parameters\ Value Name: DisablePasswordChange Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0)
Fix Text
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options >> "Domain member: Disable machine account password changes" to "Disabled".
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-225032r877039_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-225032
Group Title: SRG-OS-000379-GPOS-00164
Expert Comments
CCIs
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-001967 |
The information system authenticates organization-defined devices and/or types of devices before establishing a local, remote, and/or network connection using bidirectional authentication that is cryptographically based. |
Controls
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| IA-3 (1) |
Cryptographic Bidirectional Authentication |