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VA Technical Reference Model v 25.12

McAfee VirusScan Enterprise
McAfee VirusScan Enterprise Technology

General Information

Technologies must be operated and maintained in accordance with Federal and Department security and privacy policies and guidelines. More information on the proper use of the TRM can be found on the TRM Proper Use Tab/Section.

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Description: McAfee VirusScan Enterprise combines anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, and intrusion prevention technologies to stop and remove malicious software. This product also extends coverage to new security risks and with low impact on system performance.

This entry covers both the Windows and Linux installation of this technology. The Linux version specifically detects and removes viruses and other potentially unwanted software on Linux based systems.

McAfee VirusScan Enterprise has been replaced by McAfee Endpoint Security.
Technology/Standard Usage Requirements: Users must ensure their use of this technology/standard is consistent with VA policies and standards, including, but not limited to, VA Handbooks 6102 and 6500; VA Directives 6004, 6513, and 6517; and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards, including Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS). Users must ensure sensitive data is properly protected in compliance with all VA regulations. Prior to use of this technology, users should check with their supervisor, Information System Security Officer (ISSO), Facility Chief Information Officer (CIO), or local Office of Information and Technology (OI&T) representative to ensure that all actions are consistent with current VA policies and procedures prior to implementation.
Section 508 Information: This technology has not been assessed by the Section 508 Office. The Implementer of this technology has the responsibility to ensure the version deployed is 508-compliant. Section 508 compliance may be reviewed by the Section 508 Office and appropriate remedial action required if necessary. For additional information or assistance regarding Section 508, please contact the Section 508 Office at Section508@va.gov.
Decision: View Decisions
Decision Source: TRM Mgmt Group
Decision Process: One-VA TRM v23.7
Decision Date: 07/19/2023 at 18:06:20 UTC
Aliases: Intel Security
Introduced By: SCCM
Vendor Name: McAfee
- The information contained on this page is accurate as of the Decision Date (07/19/2023 at 18:06:20 UTC).