| 2023.x |
Approved w/Constraints
[8, 9, 10, 11, 12] |
Approved w/Constraints
[8, 9, 10, 11, 12] |
Approved w/Constraints
[8, 9, 10, 11, 12] |
Approved w/Constraints
[8, 9, 11, 12, 13] |
Approved w/Constraints
[8, 9, 11, 12, 13] |
Approved w/Constraints
[8, 9, 11, 12, 13] |
Approved w/Constraints
[8, 9, 11, 12, 13] |
Approved w/Constraints
[8, 9, 11, 12, 13] |
Approved w/Constraints
[8, 9, 11, 12, 13] |
Approved w/Constraints
[8, 9, 11, 12, 13] |
Approved w/Constraints
[8, 9, 11, 12, 13] |
Approved w/Constraints
[8, 9, 11, 12, 13] |
| | | | [1] | Due to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) identified security vulnerabilities, extra vigilance should be applied to ensure the versions remain properly patched to mitigate known and future vulnerabilities. The local ISO can provide assistance in reviewing the NIST vulnerabilities. | | | [2] | Technology must remain patched and operated in accordance with Federal and Department security policies and guidelines in order to mitigate known and future security vulnerabilities. | | | [3] | If free trialware is utilized, the software must be purchased or removed at the end of the trial period. | | | [4] | If free trialware is utilized, the software must be purchased or removed at the end of the trial period.
Users should ensure Microsoft .NET Framework and Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) are implemented within VA-approved baselines. | | | [5] | Users should check with their supervisor, Information Security Office (ISO) or local OIT representative for permission to download and use this software. Downloaded software must always be scanned for viruses prior to installation to prevent adware or malware. Freeware may only be downloaded directly from the primary site that the creator of the software has advertised for public download and user or development community engagement. Users should note, any attempt by the installation process to install any additional, unrelated software is not approved and the user should take the proper steps to decline those installations. | | | [6] | Users must not utilize Active Server Pages (ASP).NET Asynchronous JavaScript And Extensible Markup Language (XML) (AJAX) as it is, at the time of writing, unapproved in the TRM.
Users must not utilize Opera Desktop as it is, at the time of writing, unapproved in the TRM.
If free trialware is utilized, the software must be purchased or removed at the end of the trial period.
Users should ensure Firefox, Google Chrome, Microsoft .NET Framework, Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE),and Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) are implemented within VA-approved baselines.
Users must Divest the use of Internet Explorer with this technology. Other approved internet browsers are available. See Category Tab for details. | | | [7] | In cases where the technology is used for external connections, a full Enterprise Security Change Control Board (ESCCB) review is required in accordance VA Directive 6004 , VA Directive 6517, and VA Directive 6513. The local ISO can advise on the ESCCB review process. | | | [8] | Users must not utilize Opera Desktop as it is, at the time of writing, unapproved in the TRM.
If free trialware is utilized, the software must be purchased or removed at the end of the trial period.
Users must ensure that Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) is implemented with VA-approved baselines. (refer to the ‘Category’ tab under ‘Runtime Dependencies’)
Users must utilize approved internet browsers, as Microsoft Internet Explorer has reached End of Life status. See Category Tab for details. | | | [9] | In cases where the technology is used for external connections, a full Enterprise Security Change Control Board (ESCCB) review is required in accordance VA Directive 6004 , VA Directive 6517, and VA Directive 6513. The local ISSO (Information System Security Officer) can advise on the ESCCB review process. | | | [10] | Veterans Affairs (VA) users must ensure VA sensitive data is properly protected in compliance with all VA regulations. All instances of deployment using this technology should be reviewed by the local ISSO (Information System Security Officer) to ensure compliance with VA Handbook 6500. | | | [11] | Users should check with their supervisor, Information System Security Officer (ISSO) or local OIT representative for permission to download and use this software. Downloaded software must always be scanned for viruses prior to installation to prevent adware or malware. Freeware may only be downloaded directly from the primary site that the creator of the software has advertised for public download and user or development community engagement. Users should note, any attempt by the installation process to install any additional, unrelated software is not approved and the user should take the proper steps to decline those installations. | | | [12] | Due to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) identified security vulnerabilities, extra vigilance should be applied to ensure the versions remain properly patched to mitigate known and future vulnerabilities. The local ISSO (Information System Security Officer) can provide assistance in reviewing the NIST vulnerabilities. | | | [13] | Veterans Affairs (VA) users must ensure VA sensitive data is properly protected in compliance with all VA regulations. All instances of deployment using this technology should be reviewed by the local ISSO (Information System Security Officer) to ensure compliance with both VA Handbook 6500 and VA Directive 6500. |
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