1.103 Ensure 'Let users snip a Math problem and get the solution with a step-by-step explanation in Microsoft Edge' is set to 'Disabled'

Information

This policy setting manages whether users can use the Math Solver tool in Microsoft Edge. Math Solver tool allows users to take a picture of a math problem - be it handwritten or printed - and then provides an instant solution with step-by-step instructions.

The recommended state for this setting is: Disabled.

Rationale:

Math Solver shares a user's browsing and search history to provide additional learning resources, which could inadvertently expose and share sensitive data with a 3rd party.

Impact:

Users will be unable to solve math problems in Microsoft Edge browsers.

Solution

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

Computer Configuration\Policies\Administrative Templates\Microsoft Edge\Let users snip a Math problem and get the solution with a step-by-step explanation in Microsoft Edge

Note: This Group Policy path may not exist by default. It is provided by the Group Policy template MSEdge.admx/adml that can be downloaded from: Download Microsoft Edge for Business - Microsoft.

Default Value:

Enabled. (Users can take a snip of the Math problem and get the solution including a step-by-step explanation of the solution in a Microsoft Edge side pane.)

See Also

https://workbench.cisecurity.org/benchmarks/11865

Item Details

Category: CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT

References: 800-53|CM-6, 800-53|CM-7, CSCv7|9.2

Plugin: Windows

Control ID: bc75a3e519ac35666f4aef0edda80df9b6ba7fe913f689d2dc5c8481c9129546