Documentation - V-204823

Title

The application server must install security-relevant software updates within 30 days unless the time period is directed by an authoritative source (e.g., IAVM, CTOs, DTMs, STIGs).

Description

<VulnDiscussion>Security flaws with software applications are discovered daily. Vendors are constantly updating and patching their products to address newly discovered security vulnerabilities. Organizations (including any contractor to the organization) are required to promptly install security-relevant software updates (e.g., patches, service packs, and hot fixes) to production systems after thorough testing of the patches within a lab environment. Flaws discovered during security assessments,...

Fix Text (Documentation Requirement)

Configure the application server to use a patch management system to ensure security-relevant updates are installed within 30 days unless the time period is directed by an authoritative source.