CM-10     Software Usage Restrictions

The organization:
     CM-10a.:  Uses software and associated documentation in accordance with contract agreements and copyright laws;
     CM-10b.:  Tracks the use of software and associated documentation protected by quantity licenses to control copying and distribution; and
     CM-10c.:  Controls and documents the use of peer-to-peer file sharing technology to ensure that this capability is not used for the unauthorized distribution, display, performance, or reproduction of copyrighted work.

                    
                

Applicable CNSSI 1253 Baselines

Confidentiality
  • L
  • M
  • H
Integrity
  • L
  • M
  • H
Availability
  • L
  • M
  • H

Supplemental Guidance

Software license tracking can be accomplished by manual methods (e.g., simple spreadsheets) or automated methods (e.g., specialized tracking applications) depending on organizational needs.


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