Anti-virus and Malicious Code Policy Summary

Which devices require anti-virus protection?

Who is responsible for scanning suspicious emails and files?

What is the purpose of the anti-virus and malicious code policy?

What should be done with suspicious emails and files?

What is the consequence of violating the policy?

What is the role of third-party vendors in relation to anti-virus software?

What type of scanning is needed to check web traffic for malicious software?

What standard is the policy in line with?

Anti-virus and Malicious Code Policy Summary

The purpose of this policy is to protect networks and information processing facilities from malicious software.
The policy includes all information processing facilities and mobile computing devices under the control of the company.
Roles and responsibilities include installing and updating approved anti-virus software, monitoring and responding to alerts, and educating users.
Users are responsible for scanning suspicious emails and files, reporting viruses, and not disabling anti-virus software.
Third-party vendors must provide updates and support as needed.
Anti-virus software must proactively and periodically scan for viruses, scan new code before production, and scan files received from external sources.
Workstations, laptops, and servers all require anti-virus protection.
Laptops may need alternative arrangements for virus definition updates when operated away from the trusted network.
Gateway virus scanning is needed to scan web traffic for malicious software.
E-mail content scanning should be used to check all incoming and outgoing emails for viruses.
Violation of the policy may result in disciplinary action, unless a valid business case is provided and approved.
The policy is in line with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard.

This quiz covers the key points of an anti-virus and malicious code policy, focusing on protecting networks and information systems from harmful software. Topics include roles and responsibilities, scanning procedures, third-party vendor requirements, and consequences of policy violations.