Prevent the installation of [Assignment: organization-defined software and firmware components] without verification that the component has been digitally signed using a certificate that is recognized and approved by the organization.
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| Control Identifier | CM-14 |
| Latest Sync Date | 19/12/24 09:18:14 |
| Discussion | Software and firmware components prevented from installation unless signed with recognized and approved certificates include software and firmware version updates, patches, service packs, device drivers, and basic input/output system updates. Organizations can identify applicable software and firmware components by type, by specific items, or a combination of both. Digital signatures and organizational verification of such signatures is a method of code authentication. |
| Related Controls | CM-7, SC-12, SC-13, SI-7. |