CM-11(2) Software Installation with Privileged Status
Control enhancement of CM-11 User-installed Software
Control
Allow user installation of software only with explicit privileged status.
Discussion
Privileged status can be obtained, for example, by serving in the role of system administrator.
Related controls
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