CCE-43269-0Platform: cpe:/o:microsoft:windows_10 | Date: (C)2016-09-23 (M)2023-07-04 |
Disable: 'Allow users to pause scan'
This policy setting allows you to manage whether or not end users can pause a scan in progress.
If you enable or do not configure this setting, a new context menu will be added to the task tray icon to allow the user to pause a scan.
If you disable this setting, users will not be able to pause scans.
Counter Measure:
Configure this setting depending on your organization's requirements.
Potential Impact:
Scanning can impact performance.
Parameter:
[enable/disable]
Technical Mechanism:
(1) GPO: Computer ConfigurationAdministrative TemplatesWindows ComponentsWindows DefenderScanAllow users to pause scan
(2) REG: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESoftwarePoliciesMicrosoftWindows DefenderScanAllowPause
CCSS Severity: | CCSS Metrics: |
CCSS Score : 7.0 | Attack Vector: LOCAL |
Exploit Score: 1.0 | Attack Complexity: HIGH |
Impact Score: 5.9 | Privileges Required: LOW |
Severity: HIGH | User Interaction: NONE |
Vector: AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H | Scope: UNCHANGED |
| Confidentiality: HIGH |
| Integrity: HIGH |
| Availability: HIGH |
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References: Resource Id | Reference |
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SCAP Repo OVAL Definition | oval:org.secpod.oval:def:35256 |