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5.16 Ensure 'Remote Access Auto Connection Manager (RasAuto)' is set to 'Disabled'

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Information

Creates a connection to a remote network whenever a program references a remote DNS or NetBIOS name or address.

The recommended state for this setting is: 'Disabled'.

Rationale:
The function of this service is to provide a 'demand dial' type of functionality.

In a high security environment, it is preferred that any remote 'dial' connections (whether they be legacy dial-in POTS or VPN) are initiated by the 'user', _not_ automatically by the system.

Solution

To establish the recommended configuration via GP, set the following UI path to: 'Disabled'.


Computer Configuration\Policies\Windows Settings\Security Settings\System Services\Remote Access Auto Connection Manager


Impact:
'Dial on demand' functionality will no longer operate - remote dial-in (POTS) and VPN connections must be initiated manually by the user.

See Also

https://workbench.cisecurity.org/files/1929

Item Details

Category: CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT

References: 800-53|CM-7

Plugin: Windows

Control ID: 48762937ba4bf473baa2c4b3317481d8ef3423856d559edca220c972f4b84591