Windows Server 2019 • Release: 7 Benchmark Date: 05 Jan 2026

CAT I V-205805 WN19-CC-000220

Windows Server 2019 default AutoRun behavior must be configured to prevent AutoRun commands.

Documentable No
Rule ID SV-205805r958804_rule
CCI References
CCI-001764

Discussion

Allowing AutoRun commands to execute may introduce malicious code to a system. Configuring this setting prevents AutoRun commands from executing.

Check Procedure

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\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer\

Value Name: NoAutorun

Type: REG_DWORD
Value: 0x00000001 (1)

Fix Action

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> AutoPlay Policies >> "Set the default behavior for AutoRun" to "Enabled" with "Do not execute any autorun commands" selected.