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V-237432

CAT I (High)

The Microsoft SCOM server must be running Windows operating system that supports modern security features such as virtualization based security.

Rule ID

SV-237432r961863_rule

STIG

Microsoft SCOM Security Technical Implementation Guide

Version

V1R2

CCIs

CCI-000366

Discussion

Network devices running older but supported operating systems lack modern security features that mitigate attack surfaces. Attackers face a higher level of complexity to overcome during a compromise attempt.

Check Content

Check the operating system version.

From the SCOM management servers, type winver and press enter. If the operating system is not Windows Server 2016 or later, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Upgrade the network device to an operating that supports modern security features such as virtualization based security.