Preparing for the vulnerability scan job

Tools

Figure 1: Configuring the security model for local accounts authenticating remotely

4Select Local Computer Policy.

5Select Computer Configuration.

6Select Windows Settings.

7Select Security Settings.

8Select Local Policies.

9Select Security Options.

10Double-click Network access: Sharing and security model for local accounts. (Alternatively, right-click and select Properties.)

11Select Class - local users authenticate as themselves.

12Select OK.

The setting takes effect immediately, and must remain in effect for the duration of the vulnerability scan for it to function correctly. However, if the target host is connected to a domain and this policy conflicts with the domain or other security model with higher precedence, the policy may be overridden during the next Group Policy object refresh. For more information about on policy precedence and policy object refreshes, see the help for the Microsoft Management Console.

13After the vulnerability scan job completes, revert the setting configured in step 11.

To enable NetBIOS

1Go to Start > Control Panel.

2Double-click Network Connection.

3Right-click Local Area Connection, and select Properties.

If this host has most than one connection, configure the connection through which the vulnerability scan will connect.

4In the area labeled, “This connection uses the following items:”, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).

5Select Properties.

6Select Advanced.

7Select the WINS tab.

8In the NetBIOS setting area, select Enable NetBIOS over TCP/IP.

 

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