Windows 11 • Release: 6 Benchmark Date: 05 Jan 2026
CAT I V-253452 WN11-SO-000140
Anonymous SID/Name translation must not be allowed.
Discussion
Allowing anonymous SID/Name translation can provide sensitive information for accessing a system. Only authorized users must be able to perform such translations.
Check Procedure
Verify the effective setting in Local Group Policy Editor. Run "gpedit.msc". Navigate to Local Computer Policy >> Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options. If the value for "Network access: Allow anonymous SID/Name translation" is not set to "Disabled", this is a finding.
Fix Action
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Local Policies >> Security Options >> "Network access: Allow anonymous SID/Name translation" to "Disabled".