Software Installation Policy

1. Overview

Allowing employees to install software on company computing devices opens the organization up to unnecessary exposure.  Conflicting file versions or DLLs which can prevent programs from running, the introduction of malware from infected installation software, unlicensed software which could be discovered during the audit, and programs which can be used to hack the organization’s network are examples of the problems that can be introduced when employees install software on company equipment.

2. Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to outline the requirements around installation software on <Company Owned> computing devices.  To minimize the risk of loss of program functionality, the exposure of sensitive information contained within eCuras computing network, the risk of introducing malware, and the legal exposure of running unlicensed software.

3. Scope

This policy applies to all eCuras employees, contractors, vendors, and agents with a eCuras-owned mobile devices. This policy covers all computers, servers, smartphones, tablets, and other computing devices operating within eCuras.

4. Policy

• Employees may not install software on eCuras computing devices operated within the eCuras network.  
• Software requests must first be approved by the requester’s manager and then be made to the Information Technology department or Help Desk in writing or via email.  
• Software must be selected from an approved software list, maintained by the Information Technology department unless no selection on the list meets the requester’s need.  
• The Information Technology Department will obtain and track the licenses, test new software for conflict and compatibility, and perform the installation.

5. Policy Compliance

5.1  Compliance Measurement

The Infosec team will verify this policy’s compliance through various methods, including but not limited t, periodic walk-thrus, video monitoring, business tool reports, internal and external audits, and feedback to the policy owner.

5.2  Exceptions

The Infosec team must approve any exception to the policy in advance.

5.3  Non-Compliance

An employee found to have violated this policy may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Revised: March 14th, 2018

Table of Content

1. Acceptable Encryption Policy
2. Acceptable Use Policy
3. Clean Desc Policy
4. Data Breach Response Policy
5. Disaster Recovery Plan Policy
6. Digital Signature Acceptance Policy
7. Email Policy
8. Ethics Policy
9. Pandemic Response Planning Policy
10. Password Construction Guidelines
11. Password Protection Policy
12. Security Response Plan Policy
13. End User Encryption Key Protection Policy
14. Acquisition Assessment Policy
15. Bluetooth Baseline Requirements Policy
16. Remote Access Policy
17. Remote Access Tools Policy
18. Router and Switch Security Policy
19. Wireless Communication Policy
20. Wireless Communication Standard
21. Database Credentials Policy
22. Technology Equipment Disposal Policy
23. Information Logging Standard
24. Lab Security Policy
25. Server Security Policy 
26. Software Installation Policy
27. Workstation Security (For HIPAA) Policy
28. Web Application Security Policy
29.  Analog/ISDN Line Security Policy
30. Anti-Virus Guidelines
31. Server Audit Policy
32. Automatically Forwarded Email Policy
33. Communications Equipment Policy
34. Dial In Access Policy
35. Extranet Policy
36. Internet DMZ Equipment Policy
37. Internet Usage Policy
38. Mobile Device Encryption Policy
39. Personal Communication Devices and Voicemail Policy
40. Removable Media Policy
41. Risk Assessment Policy
42. Server Malware Protection Policy
43. Social Engineering Awareness Policy
44. DMZ Lab Security Policy
45. Email Retention Policy
46. Employee Internet Use Monitoring and Filtering Policy
47. Lab Anti Virus Policy
48. Mobile Employee Endpoint Responsibility Policy
49. Remote Access Mobile Computing Storage
50. Virtual Private Network Policy