3.7.1SPRS: 3 points

Perform maintenance on systems

Maintenance · NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2

Requirement

Perform maintenance on organizational systems.[26].

Discussion

This requirement addresses the information security aspects of the system maintenance program and applies to all types of maintenance to any system component (including hardware, firmware, applications) conducted by any local or nonlocal entity. System maintenance also includes those components not directly associated with information processing and data or information retention such as scanners, copiers, and printers. [26] In general, system maintenance requirements tend to support the secur

How this affects your SPRS score

Under the DoD Assessment Methodology, a perfect SPRS score is 110. If this control is not met, 3 points is subtracted from your score.

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Source: NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 (public domain) · SPRS weighting per the DoD Assessment Methodology · This is reference information, not an official assessment.

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