Check: WIN00-000012
Windows XP STIG:
WIN00-000012
(in versions v6 r1.32 through v1 r0)
Title
The system must not use removable media as the boot loader. (Cat I impact)
Discussion
Malicious users with removable boot media can gain access to a system configured to use removable media as the boot loader.
Check Content
Verify whether the system BIOS or controller allows removable media for the boot loader. If it does, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Configure the system BIOS or controller to use a boot loader installed on fixed media.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-54982r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-36664
Group Title: WIN00-000012
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