ADS Reference 545mbf

Information System Security Virus Detection Guidelines

Mandatory Reference for ADS Chapter 545

New Reference: 06/01/2006
Responsible Office: M/DCIO
File Name: 545mbf_060106_cd44

Overview

While USAID has implemented anti-virus protection for the desktops, some servers, and e-mail systems, viruses can still get past these security controls and infect your desktop. When virus writers release new viruses “in the wild,” there is normally a lag before the vendors update the anti-virus signatures. During this lag, your computer is vulnerable.