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V-228411

CAT II (Medium)

Exchange must have the most current, approved service pack installed.

Rule ID

SV-228411r879827_rule

STIG

Microsoft Exchange 2016 Mailbox Server Security Technical Implementation Guide

Version

V2R6

CCIs

CCI-002605

Discussion

Failure to install the most current Exchange service pack leaves a system vulnerable to exploitation. Current service packs correct known security and system vulnerabilities.

Check Content

Determine the most current, approved service pack.

Open the Exchange Management Shell and enter the following command:

Get-ExchangeServer | fl Name, AdminDisplayVersion

If the value of "AdminDisplayVersion" does not return the most current, approved service pack, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Install the most current, approved service pack.