Windows Error Reporting Service (WerSvc)ID: oval:org.secpod.oval:def:80624 | Date: (C)2022-06-02 (M)2023-12-13 |
Class: COMPLIANCE | Family: windows |
Allows errors to be reported when programs stop working or responding and allows existing solutions to be delivered. Also allows logs to be generated for diagnostic and repair services
If a Windows Error occurs in a secure, enterprise managed environment, the error should
be reported directly to IT staff for troubleshooting and remediation. There is no benefit to
the corporation to report these errors directly to Microsoft, and there is some risk of
unknowingly exposing sensitive data as part of the error
Default: Manual.
Counter Measure:
The recommended state for this setting is Disabled.
Potential Impact:
If this service is stopped, error reporting might not work correctly and results of diagnostic services and repairs might not be displayed
Fix:
(1) GPO: Computer Configuration\Windows Settings\Security Settings\System Services\Windows Error Reporting Service
(2) REG: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WerSvc!Start
Platform: |
Microsoft Windows 10 |