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TISAX: Information security
1.3.4: Use of approved software

Requirement description

Objective: Information processing is mostly done using of specific software. Security issues in software will easily become a risk for the information processed. Accordingly, software must be appropriately managed.

Requirements (must): Software is approved before installation or use. The following aspects are considered:
- Limited approval for specific use-cases or roles
- Conformance to the information security requirements
- Software use rights and licensing
- Source / reputation of the software
Software approval also applies to special purpose software such as maintenance tools

Requirements (should): The types of software such as firmware, operating systems, applications, libraries, device drivers to be managed are determined.
Repositories of managed software exist
The software repositories are protected against unauthorized manipulation
Approval of software is regularly reviewed
Software versions and patch levels are known

How to fill the requirement

TISAX: Information security

1.3.4: Use of approved software

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Approval process before deploying new software
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System management
Data system management
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1.3.4: Use of approved software
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Approval process before deploying new software
1. Task description

Organisation has a process to review and approve software before installation or use. Process includes at least:

  • Assess limited approval: Verifying if the software is approved for specific use-cases or roles within the organization.
  • Check conformance: Ensuring the software meets the organization's information security requirements.
  • Verify software use rights and licensing: Confirm that the software has the appropriate licensing for its intended use.
  • Evaluate source and reputation: Assess the credibility and reputation of the software vendor or source.

This process should include the selection of special purpose software e.g. maintenance tools.

Management process for approved software
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System management
Data system management
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1.3.4: Use of approved software
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Management process for approved software
1. Task description

Organisation should:

  • Identify and list the types of software to be managed, including firmware, operating systems, applications, libraries, and device drivers.
  • Ensure that repositories for managed software are created and maintained.
  • Implement security measures to protect the software repositories from unauthorized access and manipulation.
  • Conduct regular reviews to ensure that all software in use remains approved and meets the organization’s security and operational standards.
  • Keep an updated record of all software versions and their respective patch levels to ensure that all software is up-to-date and secure.


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