Office of the Chief Technology Officer: Virus FAQs
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Virus FAQs

 

What happens to agencies that promulgate viruses?

Agencies must comply with the OCTO and DCISP anti-virus software standard, which requires specific anti-virus clients to be installed on all agency servers and workstations. If an agency is in compliance with the anti-virus software standard, and a virus event occurs, then the DCISP will assist the agency in isolating and removing the virus. If an agency is not in compliance with the anti-virus software standard, and a virus event occurs, then the agency may be disconnected from the DCWAN while anti-virus measures are performed by OCTO and the DCISP. The agency may be required to execute an MOU stipulating compliance with the OCTO DCISP anti-virus standard PRIOR to re-establishment of connectivity to the DCWAN.



How soon will McAfee anti-virus software be rolled out to all District agencies?

The District began rolling out McAfee anti-virus software to agencies in 2001. Priority is given to agencies without any virus protection.



Is any anti-virus software available to agencies?

Yes, a citywide license exists for McAfee antii-virus software.