For Windows 11 HOME edition users, when “Your Organization’s Security Policies Block Unauthenticated Guest Access” occurs
- dragosst
- Nov 13, 2025
- 1 min read
Topic: Accessing the shared scan folder on the Toshiba Multifunction Device.
For Windows 11 HOME edition users, when “Your Organization’s Security Policies Block Unauthenticated Guest Access” occurs, go to "Turn Windows Features On or OFF" and make sure that SMB is checked.
Enabling the Insecure Guest Logons, as described on the other blog, is also needed.




Valid for WIN 11 PRO only.
WIN 11 Home does not suport gpedit.
This is a helpful guide for anyone struggling with accessing shared folders on their Toshiba multifunction device due to the "Your Organization’s Security Policies Block Unauthenticated Guest Access" message. I found it particularly useful tha
t it directs users to the Local Group Policy Editor to adjust settings related to the Lanman Workstation. It's a straightforward process that can save a lot of frustration, especially when you're trying to get work done. Thanks for sharing this!