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This months implemented test:

Test requirements

  • Can be done from a single computer
  • We can expect to get similar results on similar systems in the organization.
  • Does not need special software or hardware

Check antivirus is ON and reporting

CIS 8: Malware Defenses
From: Brian
Implemented in platform: :heavy_check_mark:

Run Eicar. It’s a test virus, and doesn’t harm your computer. I let helpdesk run it on multiple endpoints and then see if it’s alerted in our central AV system. I also use it to see if my SIEM picks up the alert, and that security team responds. Simply download eicar here: https://secure.eicar.org/eicar.com

Manual test:

# From a computer you want to test from:
# open a cmd prompt, go to where you downloaded the file, 
# then simply run:
eicar.com
# your antivirus should detect this. 
# Now check your SIEM and see how your security responds.

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