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V-93217

CAT I (High)

Windows Server 2019 must use an anti-virus program.

Rule ID

SV-103305r1_rule

STIG

Windows Server 2019 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Version

V1R3

CCIs

CCI-000366

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

Verify an anti-virus solution is installed on the system. The anti-virus solution may be bundled with an approved host-based security solution.

If there is no anti-virus solution installed on the system, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Install an anti-virus solution on the system.