Prevent the usage of OneDrive for file storageID: oval:org.secpod.oval:def:83602 | Date: (C)2022-09-02 (M)2023-07-04 |
Class: COMPLIANCE | Family: windows |
This policy setting lets you prevent apps and features from working with files on OneDrive.
If you enable this policy setting:
* Users cant access OneDrive from the OneDrive app and file picker.
* Windows Store apps cant access OneDrive using the WinRT API.
* OneDrive doesnt appear in the navigation pane in File Explorer.
* OneDrive files arent kept in sync with the cloud.
* Users cant automatically upload photos and videos from the camera roll folder.
If you disable or do not configure this policy setting, apps and features can work with OneDrive file storage.
Counter Measure:
Configure this setting depending on your organizations requirements.
Potential Impact:
Apps and features will be prevented from working with files on OneDrive.
Fix:
(1) GPO: Computer Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\OneDrive\Prevent the usage of OneDrive for file storage
(2) REG: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\OneDrive!DisableFileSyncNGSC
Platform: |
Microsoft Windows Server 2016 |