Peer Name Resolution Protocol (PNRPsvc)ID: oval:org.secpod.oval:def:80606 | Date: (C)2022-06-02 (M)2023-12-13 |
Class: COMPLIANCE | Family: windows |
Enables serverless peer name resolution over the Internet using the Peer Name Resolution
Protocol (PNRP)
Peer Name Resolution Protocol is a distributed and (mostly) serverless way to handle
name resolution of clients with each other. In a high security environment, it is more secure
to rely on centralized name resolution methods maintained by authorized staff.
Default: Manual.
Counter Measure:
The recommended state for this setting is Disabled.
Potential Impact:
Some peer-to-peer and collaborative applications, such as Remote Assistance, may not
function.
Fix:
(1) GPO: Computer Configuration\Windows Settings\Security Settings\System Services\Peer Name Resolution Protocol
(2) REG: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\PNRPsvc!Start
Platform: |
Microsoft Windows 10 |