Information
Enables Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) requests to be processed by this computer.
The recommended state for this setting is: 'Disabled' or 'Not Installed'.
Note: This service is not installed by default.
It is supplied with Windows, but is installed by enabling an optional Windows feature (_Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)_).
Rationale:
Features that enable inbound network connections increase the attack surface.
In a high security environment, management of secure workstations should be handled locally.
Solution
To establish the recommended configuration via GP, set the following UI path to: 'Disabled' or ensure the service is not installed.
Computer Configuration\Policies\Windows Settings\Security Settings\System Services\SNMP Service
Impact:
The computer will be unable to process SNMP requests.