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Systems must be maintained at a supported service pack level.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-1073 | WN08-GE-000001 | SV-48016r1_rule | VIVM-1 | High |
| Description |
|---|
| Systems at unsupported service packs or releases will not receive security updates for new vulnerabilities which leaves them subject to exploitation. Systems must be maintained at a service pack level supported by the vendor with new security updates. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 8 / 8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-04-02 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-44754r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Run "winver.exe". If the "About Windows" dialog box does not display "Microsoft Windows Version 6.2 (Build 9200)" or greater this is a finding. No preview versions will be used in a production environment. Unsupported Service Packs: Windows 8 - any release candidates or versions prior to the initial release (SP0) |
| Fix Text (F-41154r1_fix) |
|---|
| Update the system to a supported release or service pack level. Application of new service packs must be thoroughly tested before deploying in a production environment. |