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

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.

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, run the following PowerShell command:

Set-Service -Name RasAuto -StartupType Disabled

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/benchmarks/28052

Item Details

Category: CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT

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

Plugin: Windows

Control ID: 20f5c84e8caeef0e54cb5cb9d81bf57d601947d8f9541230fc71ca03692631a5