Tests Help
Software – Windows
A-36
High-risk Software
Description
This test verifies that the endpoint attempting to connect to your system does
not have High-risk software installed.
Test Properties
Select the high-risk software not allowed on your network. Any endpoint that
has at least one of the high-risk software packages selected fails this test.
How Does this Affect Me?
Some software provides security risks, such as allowing data to be stored on
external servers, or not encrypting sensitive data.
What Do I Need to Do?
Remove or disable any disallowed high-risk software.
MS Office Version Check
Description
This check fetches the version and service pack information of the Microsoft
Office software installed.
Test Properties
Select the check box for one or more Microsoft Office packages. Any software
package selected that does not have the latest version installed fails the test.
How Does this Affect Me?
Some companies may support only the software listed. Using the most
recently updated version of software can help protect your system from
known vulnerabilities.
What Do I Need to Do?
Verify that you have updated software by visiting the following link: