Scheduled Task creation error
Scheduled Task creation error
System Overview
- Operating System: Windows Server 2019 (should apply to most others)
- Hardening Configuration: CIS 2019 (L2)
Problem
After the hardening configuration is applied one cannot create new scheduled tasks that run without logged on User and stored credentials. The following error message is shown when the task should be saved:
Cause
Cause of the problem is Setting 2.3.10.4: (L2) Ensure ‚Network access: Do not allow storage of passwords and credentials for network authentication‘ is set to ‚Enabled‘
It prevents the storage of credentials
Solution
Either disable the rule for the system or better use a group managed service account for the scheduled task. Unfortunately, you have to create the scheduled task with PowerShell, and it cannot be edited in the GUI anymore.
Check
After you disable the setting in the hardening configuration, create a scheduled task with saved credentials.
References
Schlagwörter: Scheduled Task, CIS, credentials for network authentication