Windows XP Pro Regulatory Frameworks & Compliance 4

Question 1

Which Windows XP Pro tool generates a report of security configuration settings that can be submitted as evidence during a compliance audit?

Accepted Answer

Secedit.exe /analyze

Answer

Secedit.exe with the /analyze switch compares current settings to a template and generates a log suitable for compliance documentation.

Question 2

DISA STIG guidelines for Windows XP require disabling the Guest account. Where is this configured in Windows XP Pro?

Accepted Answer

Local Users and Groups in Computer Management

Answer

The Guest account can be disabled in Local Users and Groups by right-clicking the account and selecting Properties to uncheck account status.

Question 3

A healthcare organization must comply with HIPAA's Minimum Necessary standard, ensuring users access only the PHI required for their job. Which Windows XP Pro feature best supports this?

Accepted Answer

NTFS permissions scoped to specific folders per user role

Answer

Scoping NTFS permissions to specific folders per user role ensures each employee can access only the PHI relevant to their job function.

Question 4

To meet CIS Benchmark recommendations, an administrator must rename the default Administrator account on Windows XP Pro. Where is this setting configured via policy?

Accepted Answer

Security Options: Rename administrator account in Local Security Policy

Answer

The 'Accounts: Rename administrator account' option in Security Options allows renaming the built-in Administrator account via policy.

Question 5

Which compliance framework specifically addresses protecting federal government information systems and would apply to a Windows XP Pro workstation used in a US federal agency?

Accepted Answer

FISMA (Federal Information Security Management Act)

Answer

FISMA mandates security controls for federal information systems, requiring agencies to follow NIST guidelines for systems like Windows XP Pro workstations.

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