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An approved DoD antivirus program must be installed and used.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-73241 | WN16-00-000120 | SV-87893r1_rule | High |
| Description |
|---|
| Virus scan programs are a primary line of defense against the introduction of viruses and malicious code that can destroy data and even render a computer inoperable. Using a virus scan program provides the ability to detect malicious code before extensive damage occurs. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows Server 2016 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-05-18 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-73345r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Verify a supported DoD antivirus product has been installed on the system. If McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8 Patch 6 or later is not installed on the system, this is a finding. If another recognized antivirus product is installed, this would still be a finding; however, the severity may be reduced to a CAT III. |
| Fix Text (F-79685r1_fix) |
|---|
| Install McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8 Patch 6 or later on the system. |