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CIS Windows Server 2022 Benchmark
CIS Windows Server 2022 Benchmark, continuously evidenced.
The CIS Windows Server 2022 Benchmark defines 535 security controls for Windows Server 2022 hardening across Member Server and Domain Controller roles. It covers account policies, audit configuration, security options, Windows Defender, AppLocker, Windows Firewall, and role-specific settings. CISGuard's agent scans every control with per-server evidence, drift detection, and Domain Controller-specific role validation.
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Quick Facts
Windows Server 2022 benchmark at a glance.
- Benchmark version
- v2.0.0
- Total controls
- 535
- Scan type
- Agent
- Available tier
- All plans
- Category
- Endpoint
- Drift detection
- Yes, between every scheduled scan
Coverage
What this benchmark actually covers.
- Account + Local Policies
- Advanced Audit Configuration
- Windows Defender + Exploit Guard
- AppLocker policy validation
- Windows Firewall + IPSec
- Member Server vs Domain Controller role differentiation
- PowerShell logging + script block logging
- WinRM + Remote Desktop hardening
Frequently Asked
Windows Server 2022 questions, answered directly.
Does CISGuard differentiate between Member Server and Domain Controller benchmarks?
Yes. The CIS Windows Server 2022 Benchmark contains different control sets for Member Server and Domain Controller roles. CISGuard detects the server role automatically and applies the appropriate control set, with role-specific reporting and remediation guidance.
Can CISGuard scan Windows Server Core (no GUI)?
Yes. CISGuard's agent supports both Windows Server 2022 with Desktop Experience and Server Core editions. Server Core endpoints often score better against the benchmark because the reduced attack surface aligns with CIS recommendations.
Does CISGuard support older Windows Server versions?
Yes. CISGuard supports Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, and earlier versions with corresponding CIS benchmarks. For end-of-support versions, exception management documents the operational risk and any compensating controls.
Related Benchmarks
Often deployed together with Windows Server 2022.
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