Sad Tux - Windows bias detected
This page contains Windows bias

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This page is part of the Azure documentation. It contains code examples and configuration instructions for working with Azure services.

Bias Analysis

Detected Bias Types
windows_first
missing_linux_example
windows_tools
Summary
The documentation demonstrates a Windows bias in several areas: many control mappings and audit recommendations explicitly mention Windows VMs, Windows web servers, and Windows-specific tools (e.g., Microsoft IaaSAntimalware extension), while equivalent Linux examples or tools are often missing or less emphasized. Windows-specific audit steps (such as auditing the Administrators group or Security Settings - Account Policies) are repeatedly listed without Linux parity. In sections where Linux is mentioned (e.g., auditing accounts without passwords), it is less frequent and less detailed compared to Windows coverage.
Recommendations
  • Ensure all audit and control recommendations that mention Windows VMs or Windows-specific tools also provide equivalent steps or tools for Linux VMs (e.g., audit sudoers group, Linux security policies, Linux antimalware solutions).
  • Where Windows web server configuration is discussed (e.g., secure communication protocols), add parallel guidance for common Linux web servers (Apache, Nginx) and their audit prerequisites.
  • For antivirus and endpoint protection, include recommendations for Linux-compatible solutions and extensions, not just Microsoft IaaSAntimalware.
  • When referencing account policies or privileged access audits, provide Linux-specific instructions (e.g., checking /etc/passwd, /etc/group, sudoers, SSH configuration).
  • Review all sections for Windows-first language and ensure Linux is mentioned with equal prominence and detail.
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Scan History

Date Scan Status Result
2026-01-14 00:00 #250 in_progress Biased Biased
2026-01-13 00:00 #246 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-11 00:00 #240 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-10 00:00 #237 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-09 00:34 #234 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-08 00:53 #231 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-06 18:15 #225 cancelled Clean Clean
2025-08-17 00:01 #83 cancelled Clean Clean
2025-07-13 21:37 #48 completed Biased Biased