The operating system must employ automated mechanisms to detect the presence of unauthorized software on organizational information systems and notify designated organizational officials in accordance with the organization-defined frequency.

From Apple OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion) Workstation STIG

Associated with: CCI-001069

SV-65995r1_rule The operating system must employ automated mechanisms to detect the presence of unauthorized software on organizational information systems and notify designated organizational officials in accordance with the organization-defined frequency.

Vulnerability discussion

Malicious software can establish a base on individual desktops and servers. Employing an automated mechanism to detect this type of software will aid in elimination of the software from the operating system.

Check content

Ask the SA or IAO if an approved anti-virus solution is loaded on the system. The anti-virus solution may be bundled with an approved host-based security solution. If there is no local anti-virus solution installed on the system, this is a finding.

Fix text

Install an approved anti-virus solution onto the system.

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