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The Mainframe Product must automatically update malicious code protection mechanisms.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-68487 SRG-APP-000272-MFP-000347 SV-82977r1_rule Medium
Description
Malicious software detection applications need to be constantly updated in order to identify new threats as they are discovered. All malicious software detection software must come with an update mechanism that automatically updates the application and any associated signature definitions. The organization (including any contractor to the organization) is required to promptly install security-relevant malicious code protection software updates. Examples of relevant updates include anti-virus signatures, detection heuristic rule sets, and/or file reputation data employed to identify and/or block malicious software from executing. Malicious code includes viruses, worms, Trojan horses, and Spyware. This requirement applies to applications providing malicious code protection.
STIG Date
Mainframe Product Security Requirements Guide 2019-10-08

Details

Check Text ( C-69019r1_chk )
If the Mainframe Product has no function or capability for providing malicious code scanning or protection, this is not applicable.

Refer to organizational-defined update procedures.

Examine installation and configuration settings.

If the Mainframe Product is not configured to receive automatic updates using organizational-defined procedures, this is a finding.
Fix Text (F-74603r1_fix)
Configure the Mainframe Product to receive automatic updates using organizational-defined procedures.