VPM-05.8 ยท Software Patch Integrity

Control Description

Mechanisms exist to ensure software and/or firmware patches are: (1) Obtained from trusted sources; and (2) Checked for integrity.

Control Question
Assessment question for control validation

Does the organization ensure software and/or firmware patches are: (1) Obtained from trusted sources; and (2) Checked for integrity?

Control Weighting
9
Validation Cadence
Annual
NIST CSF Function
Protect
Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) Tiers
Applicable SCRM tier levels for this control
Tier 3 - Tactical