Title

The Tomcat server must have security-relevant software updates installedwithin the time period directed by an authoritative source (e.g. IAVM, CTOs, DTMs, and STIGs). (Cat II impact)

Discussion

Security flaws with software applications are discovered daily. Vendors are constantly updating and patching their products to address newly discovered security vulnerabilities. Organizations (including any contractor to the organization) are required to promptly install security-relevant software updates (e.g., patches, service packs, and hot fixes) to production systems after thorough testing of the patches within a lab environment. Flaws discovered during security assessments, continuous monitoring, incident response activities, or information system error handling must also be addressed expeditiously.

Check Content

Ask the SA if the Tomcat server is updated with security-relevant software updates within a timeframe directed by an authoritative source. If Tomcat is not updated with security-relevant software updates, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Configure the application server to use a patch management system to ensure security-relevant updates are installed within the time period directed by the authoritative source.

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-71837r2_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-57561

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