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V-225073

Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Security Technical Implementation Guide

CAT II

Title

The Back up files and directories user right must only be assigned to the Administrators group.

Description

<VulnDiscussion>Inappropriate granting of user rights can provide system, administrative, and other high-level capabilities. Accounts with the "Back up files and directories" user right can circumvent file and directory permissions and could allow access to sensitive data.</VulnDiscussion><FalsePositives></FalsePositives><FalseNegatives></FalseNegatives><Documentable>false</Documentable><Mitigations></Mitigations><SeverityOverrideGuidance></SeverityOverrideGuidance><PotentialImpacts></Potential...

Fix Text (Documentation Requirement)

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> User Rights Assignment >> "Back up files and directories" to include only the following accounts or groups: - Administrators

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