System-level information must be backed up in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives.

From Windows Server 2012/2012 R2 Member Server Security Technical Implementation Guide

Associated with: CCI-000366

SV-52841r2_rule System-level information must be backed up in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives.

Vulnerability discussion

Operating system backup is a critical step in maintaining data assurance and availability. System-level information includes system-state information, operating system and application software, and licenses. Backups must be consistent with organizational recovery time and recovery point objectives.

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Determine whether system-level information is backed up in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives. If system-level information is not backed up in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives, this is a finding.

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Implement system-level information backups in accordance with local recovery time and recovery point objectives.

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