Windows 11 must be configured to prevent Windows apps from being activated by voice while the system is locked.

Allowing Windows apps to be activated by voice from the lock screen could allow for unauthorized use. Requiring logon will ensure the apps are used only by authorized personnel.

If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding:

Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path: \SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\AppPrivacy\ Value Name: LetAppsActivateWithVoiceAboveLock

Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x00000002 (2)

Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Administrative Templates >> Windows Components >> App Privacy >> "Let Windows apps activate with voice while the system is locked" to "Enabled" with Default for all Apps: set to "Force Deny".