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WN25-CC-000420 Windows Server 2025 must prevent users from changing installation options.

DISA STIG library V1R4
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first version loaded CAT II

Maps to CM-11(2) via CCI-003980

Title

Windows Server 2025 must prevent users from changing installation options.

Control

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: EnableUserControl Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000000 (0)

Discussion

Installation options for applications are typically controlled by administrators. This setting prevents users from changing installation options that may bypass security features.

Related controls

CCI-003980

Fix

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> Windows Installer >> Allow user control over installs to "Disabled".