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

CAT I V-205913 WN19-SO-000210

Windows Server 2019 must not allow anonymous SID/Name translation.

Documentable No
Rule ID SV-205913r991589_rule
CCI References
CCI-000366

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".