Perform volume maintenance tasksID: oval:org.secpod.oval:def:40283 | Date: (C)2017-04-25 (M)2023-07-07 |
Class: COMPLIANCE | Family: windows |
This policy setting allows users to manage the system's volume or disk configuration, which could allow a user to delete a volume and cause data loss as well as a denial-of-service condition.
When configuring a user right in the SCM enter a comma delimited list of accounts. Accounts can be either local or located in Active Directory, they can be groups, users, or computers.
Vulnerability:
A user who is assigned the Perform volume maintenance tasks user right could delete a volume, which could result in the loss of data or a DoS condition.
Counter Measure:
Ensure that only the local Administrators group is assigned the Perform volume maintenance tasks user right.
Potential Impact:
None. This is the default configuration.
Fix:
(1) GPO: Computer Configuration\Windows Settings\Security Settings\Local Policies\User Rights Assignment\Perform volume maintenance tasks
(2) REG: NO INFO
Platform: |
Microsoft Windows Server 2016 |