Windows WN11-00-000140
DISA STIG recommends
WN11-00-000140 CAT II
Inbound exceptions to the firewall on Windows 11 domain workstations must only allow authorized remote management hosts.
NIST SP 800-53: CM-6
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Verify firewall exceptions to inbound connections on domain workstations include only authorized remote management hosts. If allowed inbound exceptions are not limited to authorized remote management hosts, this is a finding. Review inbound firewall exceptions. Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security >> Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security >> Inbound Rules (this link will be in the right pane) For any inbound rules that allow connections view the Scope for Remote IP address. This may be defined as an IP address, subnet, or range. The rule must apply to all firewall profiles. If a third-party firewall is used, ensure comparable settings are in place.
Fix
Configure firewall exceptions to inbound connections on domain workstations to include only authorized remote management hosts. Configure only inbound connection exceptions for authorized remote management hosts. Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security >> Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security >> Inbound Rules (this link will be in the right pane) For any inbound rules that allow connections, configure the Scope for Remote IP address to those of authorized remote management hosts. This may be defined as an IP address, subnet or range. Apply the rule to all firewall profiles. If a third-party firewall is used, configure inbound exceptions to only include authorized remote management hosts.
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