V-19213
BlackBerry devices must have required operating system software version installed.
Finding ID
WIR1040-01
Rule ID
SV-21102r3_rule
Severity
Cat II
CCE
(None)
Group Title
Use approved BlackBerry software versions
CCI
(None)
Target Key
(None)
Documentable
No
Discussion
Required security features are not available in earlier OS versions. In addition, there are known vulnerabilities in earlier versions.
Fix Text
Update BlackBerry devices to the required operating system software version.
Check Content
Detailed Policy Requirements: BlackBerry Handheld Software must be version 7.1 or later on BlackBerry devices. Otherwise, this is a finding. Check Procedures: Verify required BlackBerry Handheld Software version is being used. On a sample of site BlackBerry devices (use 2-3 for random sampling) check the installed software version as follows: Select Settings >> Options >> About.
Responsibility
System Administrator