Windows WN11-CC-000315
DISA STIG recommends
WN11-CC-000315 CAT I
The Windows Installer feature "Always install with elevated privileges" must be disabled.
Value: REG_DWORD = 0
NIST SP 800-53: CM-11(2)
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If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Installer\ Value Name: AlwaysInstallElevated Value Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0
Fix
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Windows Installer >> "Always install with elevated privileges" to "Disabled".
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