PCI-5.2:

Ensure that all anti-virus mechanisms are current, and actively running, and capable of generating audit logs.

PCI-5.2: To verify that anti-virus software is current as of (insert as-of date), actively running, and capable of generating logs, perform the following:

• Obtain and review the policy requiring updates to anti-virus software and definitions.
• Verify that the master installation of the software is enabled for automatic updates and periodic scans, and that the servers examined at 5.1 above have these features enabled.
• Verify that log generation is enabled and that the logs are being retained in accordance with the company’s retention policy.

Testing Procedures

Insert testing guidance here.

Testing Frequency

Describe testing frequency here.

Evidence Archive Location

Insert hyperlink or location of evidence archive.

Control Stewards Process Narrative

Provide control steward commentary indicating the formal methodology in place.

Control Steward – Jon Doe

Process Illustration

Replace this test by inserting a process diagram, flowchart or other visual representation to illustrate the process narrative as necessary. Include a brief description of the process illustration.

Control Status and Auditors Commentary

The control is effective.

File:Greenlock.jpg

Status is acceptable.

Control Exception Commentary

Status is acceptable.

Remediation Plan

Remediation is not required at this time.

--Mdpeters 13:15, 28 February 2007 (EST)