SI-3(4) Updates Only by Privileged Users
Control enhancement of SI-3 Malicious Code Protection
Control
Update malicious code protection mechanisms only when directed by a privileged user.
Discussion
Protection mechanisms for malicious code are typically categorized as security-related software and, as such, are only updated by organizational personnel with appropriate access privileges.
Related controls
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