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| [1] | Users must utilize version 11.5 or higher due to common vulnerability exposure (CVE-2010-3132) associated with older versions and users must ensure that all patches and updates are applied in accordance with VA Handbook 6500 policy. Additionally, users should apply the suggested mitigation strategies listed in the Security Awareness Report (SAR) update (SAR-10-238-01A). Creative Cloud versions of this product are not permitted without a waiver from the Architecture and Engineering Review Board (AERB) and expressed authorization. Use of non-Creative Cloud versions of this technology should be restricted to those who have an official need to publish information on behalf of the Department of Veterans Affairs. |
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| [2] | Users must utilize version 11.5 or higher due to common vulnerability exposure (CVE-2010-3132) associated with older versions and users must ensure that all patches and updates are applied in accordance with VA Handbook 6500 policy. Additionally, users should apply the suggested mitigation strategies listed in the Security Awareness Report (SAR) update (SAR-10-238-01A). Use of non-Creative Cloud versions of this technology should be restricted to those who have an official need to publish information on behalf of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Editing and publication of official materials and graphics utilizing this software should be restricted to those who have an official need to publish information on behalf of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Additionally, no synchronization or storage of VA data is permitted outside the Department via the Creative Cloud synchronization and storage options |
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| [3] | 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. |
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| [4] | 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 ISO (Information Security Officer) to ensure compliance with VA Handbook 6500. |
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| [5] | Dreamweaver must be configured to not store any content in the Amazon Cloud. The application should be configured in such a way that users cannot enable this feature.
Users must utilize version 11.5 or higher due to common vulnerability exposure (CVE-2010-3132) associated with older versions and users must ensure that all patches and updates are applied in accordance with VA Handbook 6500 policy. Additionally, users should apply the suggested mitigation strategies listed in the Security Awareness Report (SAR) update (SAR-10-238-01A). Use of non-Creative Cloud versions of this technology should be restricted to those who have an official need to publish information on behalf of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Editing and publication of official materials and graphics utilizing this software should be restricted to those who have an official need to publish information on behalf of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Additionally, no synchronization or storage of VA data is permitted outside the Department via the Creative Cloud synchronization and storage options.
If free trial software is utilized, the software must be purchased or removed at the end of the trial period. |
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| [6] | Due to potential information security risks, cloud based versions of this product are not permitted without a waiver signed by the Deputy CIO of ASD based upon a recommendation from the Architecture and Engineering Review Board (AERB). In addition, cloud based features of this software may not be used without an Enterprise Security Change Control Board (ESCCB) approval to ensure that confidential organization and/or PII/PHI data are not compromised (ref: VA Directive 6004, VA Directive 6517 and VA Directive 6513). Use of public cloud storage requires documented Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) compliance and a Memorandum of Understanding / Interconnection Security Agreement (MOU/ISA) between the vendor and VA prior to ESCCB review. |
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| [7] | Dreamweaver must be configured to not store any content in the Amazon Cloud. The application should be configured in such a way that users cannot enable this feature.
Users must utilize version 11.5 or higher due to common vulnerability exposure (CVE-2010-3132) associated with older versions and users must ensure that all patches and updates are applied in accordance with VA Handbook 6500 policy.
Editing and publication of official materials and graphics utilizing this software should be restricted to those who have an official need to publish information on behalf of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Additionally, no synchronization or storage of VA data is permitted outside the Department via the Creative Cloud synchronization and storage options.
If free trial software is utilized, the software must be purchased or removed at the end of the trial period. |
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| [8] | Due to potential information security risks, cloud based technologies may not be used without an Enterprise Security Change Control Board (ESCCB) approval. This body is in part responsible for ensuring organizational information, Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and VA sensitive data are not compromised. (Ref: VA Directive 6004, VA Directive 6517, VA Directive 6513 and VA Directive 6102). |
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| [9] | 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. |
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| [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 ISO (Information Security Officer) to ensure compliance with VA Handbook 6500. |
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| [11] | Due to potential information security risks, cloud based technologies may not be used without the approval of the VA Enterprise Cloud Services (ECS) Group. This body is in part responsible for ensuring organizational information, Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and VA sensitive data are not compromised. (Ref: VA Directive 6004, VA Directive 6517, VA Directive 6513 and VA Directive 6102). |
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| [12] | Dreamweaver must be configured to not store any content in the Amazon Cloud. The application must be configured in such a way that users cannot enable this feature.
Users must utilize version 11.5 or higher due to common vulnerability exposure (CVE-2010-3132) associated with older versions and users must ensure that all patches and updates are applied in accordance with VA Handbook 6500 policy.
Editing and publication of official materials and graphics utilizing this software must be restricted to those who have an official need to publish information on behalf of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Additionally, no synchronization or storage of VA data is permitted outside the Department via the Creative Cloud synchronization and storage options.
If free trial software is utilized, the software must be purchased or removed at the end of the trial period. |
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| [13] | Due to potential information security risks, cloud based technologies may not be used without the approval of the Enterprise Cloud Solution Office (ECSO). This body is in part responsible for ensuring organizational information, Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and VA sensitive data are not compromised. (Ref: VA Directive 6004, VA Directive 6517, VA Directive 6513 and VA Directive 6102). |
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| [14] | 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. |
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| [15] | Adobe Dreamweaver must be configured to not store any content in the Amazon Cloud. The application must be configured in such a way that users cannot enable this feature.
Users must utilize version 11.5 or higher due to common vulnerability exposure (CVE-2010-3132) associated with older versions and users must ensure that all patches and updates are applied in accordance with VA Handbook 6500 policy.
Editing and publication of official materials and graphics utilizing this software must be restricted to those who have an official need to publish information on behalf of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Additionally, no synchronization or storage of VA data is permitted outside the Department via the Creative Cloud synchronization and storage options.
If free trial software is utilized, the software must be purchased or removed at the end of the trial period. |
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| [16] | If free trial software is utilized, the software must be purchased or removed at the end of the trial period.
Users must ensure that Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE) is implemented with VA-approved baselines. (refer to the ‘Category’ tab under ‘Runtime Dependencies’)
Per the Initial Product Review, users must abide by the following constraints:
- Due to potential information security risks, SaaS/PaaS solutions must complete the Veterans-Focused Integration Process Request (VIPR) process where a collaborative effort between Demand Management (DM), Enterprise Program Management Office Information Assurance (EPMO IA), Project Special Forces (PSF), Enterprise Cloud Solutions Office (ECSO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), and stakeholders determines the SaaS/PaaS category during the Discovery Phase. All SaaS and Non-AWS/Azure (VAEC) PaaS assets are routed to EPMO IA for Analysis and Approval to Operate (ATO) with technical oversight, acquisition, production, and sustainment provided by PSF.
The File Transfer Protocol (FTP) features of this software must not be used as the FTP protocol is prohibited for use on the VA network. (For further information see: VA Policy Memo VAIQ 7615193 on Prohibited Use of File Transfer Protocol (FTP) and Telnet Services). |
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| [17] | Due to potential information security risks for cloud-based technologies, users should coordinate closely with their facility ISSO for guidance and assistance on cloud products. If further guidance is needed contact the Enterprise Cloud Solution Office (ECSO), which is the body responsible for new software development in and migration of existing systems to the VA Enterprise Cloud (VAEC) and ensuring organizational information, Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and VA sensitive data are not compromised within the VAEC. For information about Software as a Service (SaaS) products or to submit a SaaS product request with the Project Special Forces (SPF) team, please use their online form.
(Ref: VA Directive 6004, VA Directive 6517, VA Directive 6513 and VA Directive 6102). |
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| [18] | 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 ISO (Information Security Officer) to ensure compliance with VA Handbook 6500. |
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| [19] | Due to potential information security risks for cloud-based technologies, users should coordinate closely with their facility ISSO for guidance and assistance on cloud products. If further guidance is needed contact the Enterprise Cloud Solution Office (ECSO), which is the body responsible for new software development in and migration of existing systems to the VA Enterprise Cloud (VAEC) and ensuring organizational information, Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and VA sensitive data are not compromised within the VAEC. For information about Software as a Service (SaaS) products or to submit a SaaS product request with the Project Special Forces (SPF) team, please use their online form.
(Ref: VA Directive 6004, VA Directive 6517, VA Directive 6513 and VA Directive 6102). |
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| [20] | Due to potential information security risks for cloud-based technologies, users should coordinate closely with their facility ISSO for guidance and assistance on cloud products. If further guidance is needed contact the Enterprise Cloud Solution Office (ECSO), which is the body responsible for new software development in and migration of existing systems to the VA Enterprise Cloud (VAEC) and ensuring organizational information, Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and VA sensitive data are not compromised within the VAEC. For information about Software as a Service (SaaS) products or to submit a SaaS product request with the Project Special Forces (PSF) team, please use their online form.
(Ref: VA Directive 6004, VA Directive 6517, VA Directive 6513 and VA Directive 6102). |
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| [21] | Due to potential information security risks for cloud-based technologies, users should coordinate closely with their facility ISSO for guidance and assistance on cloud products. If further guidance is needed contact the Enterprise Cloud Solution Office (ECSO), which is the body responsible for new software development in and migration of existing systems to the VA Enterprise Cloud (VAEC) and ensuring organizational information, Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and VA sensitive data are not compromised within the VAEC. For information about Software as a Service (SaaS) products or to submit a SaaS product request with the VA OIT Product Engineering team, please use their online form.
(Ref: VA Directive 6004, VA Directive 6517, VA Directive 6513 and VA Directive 6102). |
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| [22] | Users must not utilize ActionScript, as it is at the time of writing, unapproved in the TRM.
If free trial software is utilized, the software must be purchased or removed at the end of the trial period.
Per the Initial Product Review, users must abide by the following constraints:
- Due to potential information security risks, SaaS/PaaS solutions must
complete the Veterans-Focused Integration Process Request (VIPR) process
where a collaborative effort between Demand Management (DM), Enterprise
Program Management Office Information Assurance (EPMO IA), Project
Special Forces (PSF), Enterprise Cloud Solutions Office (ECSO), Chief
Technology Officer (CTO), and stakeholders determines the SaaS/PaaS
category during the Discovery Phase. All SaaS and Non-AWS/Azure (VAEC)
PaaS assets are routed to EPMO IA for Analysis and Approval to Operate
(ATO) with technical oversight, acquisition, production, and sustainment
provided by PSF.
- Adobe Dreamweaver will require a 3rd party FIPS 140-2 certified solution for
any data containing PHI/PII or VA sensitive information.
- Users should ensure that they stay up to date with the latest security updates
that have been published for this product.
The File Transfer Protocol (FTP) features of this software must not be used as the FTP protocol is prohibited for use on the VA network. (For further information see: VA Policy Memo VAIQ 7615193 on Prohibited Use of File Transfer Protocol (FTP) and Telnet Services).
This technology relies on Java Runtime Environment (JRE) - Oracle, which has a rapid release and update schedule. |
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| [23] | 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. |
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| [24] | 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. |
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| [25] | 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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| [26] | Due to potential information security risks for cloud-based technologies, users should coordinate closely with their facility ISSO for guidance and assistance on cloud products. If further guidance is needed contact the Enterprise Cloud Solution Office (ECSO), which is the body responsible for new software development in and migration of existing systems to the VA Enterprise Cloud (VAEC) and ensuring organizational information, Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and VA sensitive data are not compromised within the VAEC. For information about Software as a Service (SaaS) products or to submit a SaaS product request, visit the Product Marketplace.
(Ref: VA Directive 6004, VA Directive 6517, VA Directive 6513 and VA Directive 6102). |
