19.7.45.2.1 Ensure 'Prevent Codec Download' is set to 'Enabled'
To secure an enterprise environment, IT administrators often need to restrict certain automatic features that could introduce unverified software. One such measure is to in Windows Media Player. Why Disable Automatic Codec Downloads? prevent codec download group policy
If a specific codec is required for business purposes, it should be tested and deployed manually by the IT department rather than through automatic web downloads. If a specific codec is required for business
: Right-click the relevant Group Policy Object and select Edit . Navigate to the path : Open regedit as an administrator
For computers not on a domain (Windows Home editions), you can use the to achieve the same result. Open regedit as an administrator.
Create a new key named Windows Media Player if it doesn't exist.
> Policies > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Media Player > Playback . Configure the Policy : Locate the setting named Prevent Codec Download . Double-click it and select Enabled . Save Changes : Click Apply and OK .