Windows 10: Nasty little security problem with Windows via Networking

Hi folks

Not sure how to block this one

If I say on Computer 1 LOCK terminal but Sharing / SAMBA is enabled then Computer 2 for example (can be Windows or Linux -- could even be a phone / macbook or whatever) can still continue to display and access shared drives on Computer 1 and continue to access Virtual Machines running on it if the user in the VM config file specifes run in batch if user logs off.

What I really would like is that when I LOCK the screen on computer 1 then all accesses to it are also disabled until a user logs on again. The entire machine should be in LOCK / FROZEN state IMO.

Background processes such as Virtual Machines should also IMO be suspended until the terminal is unlocked again. Shared drives should also prohibit access until terminal is UNLOCKED again.

Note I'm referring to LOCKING the terminal -- Logging out isn't a problem as all background services can continue without a problem.

I'm not operating the computer in "Kiosk Mode" where a background operation might be fine --e.g delivery drivers logging on at a warehouse for collection / delivery etc.

BTW this wish isn't as idiotic as it sounds -- for example you might suspect or be warned of a breach taking place e.g unauthorized user attempting to access protected data / application(s). At this point you want to FREEZE the entire machine so you can do reasonable investigations -- if processes are continuin continue the hackers or whatever can probably disappear and remove all traces of their activities before you can run any sensible diagnostics or investigative processes.

Before some imbecile says also how can you do investigations on a "Frozen" computer -- simple -- you disconnect everything from Internet, and any other network, unlock machine, login as admin and take a complete dump and then investigate at will.

Cheers
jimbo

:)

 

Basic Network guide

I'll be adding a small page on doing this in windows vista soon, since XP is the same with a step or two less, i assume people will figure it out.

 

network security

Netgear Wireless Router Setup and Security
The use of wireless routers and access points is allowed on the Lycoming College Resnet. If you do plan on setting up a wireless router it is your responsibility to properly configure and secure your wireless router for both your own personal privacy and overall network stability. On this page you will find instructions on how to properly setup your wireless router.


Netgear WGR614 54Mbps Wireless Router
Begin setup of your Netgear Wireless Router by first reading the instructions in the included manual, and following their guidelines for plugging in and initializing the access point. The first few steps in this guide should coincide with the information found in the manual, however we will follow up with important information on how to secure your wireless access point.
After powering up the router, use an ethernet cable to connect your computer to one of the ports on it marked 1 through 4. Next open a web browser window on the connected computer and type http://192.168.1.1 into the address bar and press enter. This will take you to the Netgear Smart Wizard welcome page, click OK to begin the configuration. The router will attempt to detect the type of connection you have and the next message you receive should be Dynamic IP (DHCP) Detected, click Next once you see this.
Next you will enable the wireless capability of your router. In the dropdown box for the region where you are located select United States from the list. On this screen you should also change the Wireless Network Name (SSID) from its default value to something unique so that your Base Station will not be confused with another. Click Next.
You should now see a message confirming that your connection is working and wireless is enabled. However, your are not secured yet. Read the notes and click Done. Then direct your browser to Router login to continue the configuration. A window will pop up prompting you for your login and password, enter admin for the username and password for the password, then click OK.





Accessing the router settings through a web browser.



Once you have logged in you will see the main configuration page (shown above). Now click on the Wireless Settings at the left of the page. In order to password protect your wireless network select the WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) option under the Security Options and then under the Security Encryption (WEP) section that appears, select 128 bit next to Encryption Strength. Choose a password between 6 and 8 characters and type it into the Passphrase box under the Security Encryption (WEP) Key heading. Then click Generate. Finally click Apply. You may also select WPA encryption, however not all network cards support this, so check your documentation first.
Next look for the Advanced section heading on the left side of the page and click on this Wireless Settings section. Disable the SSID broadcast option by unchecking the second box in this section and then click on the Setup Access List button.
On this page (seen below) check the box to Turn Access Control On and click on the Apply button to save this setting.
Now click on the Add button, this will display a Wireless Card Entry heading. This is where you will choose a name and enter a MAC Address, also known as Physical Address, for each computer that you will be using to connect to your wireless network. If you don't know how to get this information follow the steps here. Once you have finished, click the Apply button.






Creating an Access Control List will prevent unauthorized computers from using your connection.


Finally click on the Set Password link on the left of the page under the Maintenance heading. Change the default password for accessing your wireless router setup pages by first typing the old one, password, into the appropriate field and then entering a new one into the New Password field and confirming it. This should be a different password than the one you setup for WEP encryption, but should also be at least 6 to 8 characters in length. Click the Apply button.


Your Netgear Wireless Router is now secure.

 

Network Adapter PROBLEM

Hi,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

First Verify if the WLAN service is started and set to automatic, if the WLAN service is stopped, I would suggest you to start the service and put it to automatic.

Step 1: Please follow the steps to
start the WLAN service.

• 
  Click on Start, type in services.msc
  and press Enter.
  
• 
  Select WLAN Autoconfig from the list, Right click
  properties.
  
• 
  Change the startup type to Automatic.
  
• 
  Click on Start button.
  
• 
  Click on Apply, Ok.
  

Restart the computer and verify if it works.

Also check if all the dependencies are also running. Try the steps to check Dependencies.

• 
  Right-click on WLAN Autoconfig and select Properties.
  
• 
  Click on Dependencies, you will find all the dependency services under box labeled this service depends on the following system components.
  

Step 2: Run an inbuilt Network troubleshooter.

• 
  Press Windows + X key and select
  Control Panel.
  
• 
  Type troubleshooting and select troubleshooting.
  
• 
  Click on view all on the left pane and select
  Network adapter.
  
• 
  Follow the on-screen steps and check.
  

I would also suggest you to check with the below link to check how to resolve wireless problems.

Refer:
Wired and wireless network problems

Keep us posted to help you better.