Manages Internet SCSI (iSCSI) sessions from this computer to remote target devices. This service is critically necessary in order to directly attach to an iSCSI device. However, iSCSI itself uses a very weak authentication protocol (CHAP), which means that the passwords for iSCSI communication are easily exposed, unless all of the traffic is isolated and/or encrypted using another technology like IPsec. This service is generally more appropriate for servers in a controlled environment then on workstations requiring high security. Default: Manual. Counter Measure: The recommended state for this setting is Disabled. Potential Impact: The computer will not be able to directly login to or access iSCSI targets. Fix: (1) GPO: Computer Configuration\Windows Settings\Security Settings\System Services\Microsoft iSCSI Initiator Service (2) REG: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\MSiSCSI!Start