Windows 8/8.1 STIG Version 1, Release 23 Checklist Details (Checklist Revisions)
NOTE
This is not the current revision of this Checklist, view the current revision.
Supporting Resources:
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Download Standalone XCCDF 1.1.4 - Windows 8 STIG - Version 1, Release 3
- Defense Information Systems Agency
Target:
Target | CPE Name |
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Microsoft Windows 8 x64 (64-bit) | cpe:/o:microsoft:windows_8:-:-:x64 (View CVEs) |
Microsoft Windows 8 x86 (32-bit) | cpe:/o:microsoft:windows_8:-:-:x86 (View CVEs) |
Microsoft Windows 8.1 (x64) | cpe:/o:microsoft:windows_8.1:-:-:%7e-%7e-%7e-%7ex64%7e (View CVEs) |
Microsoft Windows 8.1 (x86) | cpe:/o:microsoft:windows_8.1:-:-:%7e-%7e-%7e-%7ex86%7e (View CVEs) |
Checklist Highlights
- Checklist Name:
- Windows 8/8.1 STIG
- Checklist ID:
- 434
- Version:
- Version 1, Release 23
- Type:
- Compliance
- Review Status:
- Under Review
- Authority:
- Governmental Authority: Defense Information Systems Agency
- Original Publication Date:
- 02/15/2013
Checklist Summary:
The Windows 8 Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) is published as a tool to improve the security of Department of Defense (DoD) information systems. The requirements were developed from DoD consensus, as well as Windows security guidance by Microsoft Corporation. The vulnerabilities discussed in this document are applicable to Windows 8 Professional and Enterprise Editions.
Checklist Role:
- Operating System
Known Issues:
Not provided
Target Audience:
This document is a requirement for all DoD administered systems and all systems connected to DoD networks. These requirements are designed to assist Security Managers (SMs), Information Assurance Managers (IAMs), IAOs, and System administrators (SAs) with configuring and maintaining security controls. This guidance supports DoD system design, development,implementation, certification, and accreditation efforts.
Target Operational Environment:
- Managed
- Specialized Security-Limited Functionality (SSLF)
Testing Information:
The vulnerabilities discussed in this document are applicable to Windows 8 Professional and Enterprise Editions.
Regulatory Compliance:
Department of Defense [DoD] Directive 8500
Comments/Warnings/Miscellaneous:
Comments or proposed revisions to this document should be sent via email to the following address: disa.letterkenny.FSO.mbx.stig-customer-support-mailbox@mail.mil. DISA Field Security Operations (FSO) will coordinate all change requests with the relevant DoD organizations before inclusion in this document.
Disclaimer:
Not provided
Product Support:
Comments or proposed revisions to this document should be sent via email to the following address: disa.letterkenny.FSO.mbx.stig-customer-support-mailbox@mail.mil. DISA Field Security Operations (FSO) will coordinate all change requests with the relevant DoD organizations before inclusion in this document.
Point of Contact:
Comments or proposed revisions to this document should be sent via email to the following address: disa.letterkenny.FSO.mbx.stig-customer-support-mailbox@mail.mil. DISA Field Security Operations (FSO) will coordinate all change requests with the relevant DoD organizations before inclusion in this document.
Sponsor:
Not provided
Licensing:
Not provided
Change History:
Version 1, Release 3 - 24 November 2013 Version 1, Release 3 - 25 October 2013 Version 1, Release 2 - 24 July 2013 Version 1, Release 1 - 15 February 2013
Dependency/Requirements:
URL | Description |
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http://iase.disa.mil/stigs/Documents/u_microsoft_windows_8_stig_release_memo.pdf | Windows 8 STIG Version 1, Release Memo |
References:
Reference URL | Description |
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NIST checklist record last modified on 11/26/2013
* This checklist is still undergoing review for inclusion into the NCP.