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V-275989

CAT II (Medium)

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) must enable Live Response.

Rule ID

SV-275989r1119719_rule

STIG

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Security Technical Implementation Guide

Version

V1R2

CCIs

CCI-001243

Discussion

Malicious code protection mechanisms include, but are not limited to, antivirus and malware detection software. To minimize potential negative impact to the organization that can be caused by malicious code, it is imperative that malicious code is identified and eradicated. This setting allows users with appropriate RBAC permissions to investigate devices they are authorized to access, using a remote shell connection.

Check Content

Access the MDE portal as a user with at least an MDE Administrator or equivalent role:

1. In the navigation pane, select Settings >> Endpoints >> Advanced features (under General).
2. Verify the slide bar for "Live Response" is set to "On".

If the slide bar for "Live Response" is not set to "On", this is a finding.

Fix Text

Access the MDE portal as a user with at least an MDE Administrator or equivalent role:

1. In the navigation pane, select Settings >> Endpoints >> Advanced features (under General).
2. Set the slide bar for "Live Response" to "On".