AutoCube 8200 User Guide
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Security Checklists
The checklists cover some of the main threats that may exist on a network contain-
ing AutoCube and the steps that can be used to mitigate them.
Note:
Honeywell recommends that the PC on which the AutoCube software is installed is
protected with a full disk encryption solution such as Microsoft’s BitLocker or other
equivalent solution.
Infection by Viruses and Other Malicious Software Agents
This threat encompasses malicious software agents such as viruses, spy-ware
(Trojans), and worms.
The intrusion of malicious software agents can result in:
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Performance degradation.
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Loss of system availability.
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The capture, modification, or deletion of data.
Note:
Note: The use of spy-ware removal applications may cause unexpected results if run
on your computers hosting AutoCube system. These applications may alter registry
settings that are crucial to the operation of the software.
Unauthorized External Access
This threat includes intrusion into the AutoCube system from the business network
and possibly an intranet or the Internet.
Unauthorized external access can result in:
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Loss of system availability.
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Incorrect execution of controls causing the failure of search and rescue.
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Theft or damage of system contents.
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The capture, modification, or deletion of data.
Damage to reputation if the external access becomes public knowledge.
Mitigation Steps
Steps
Ensure that your virus protection and Microsoft security hot fixes are up to date on all computers
where AutoCube software is installed and AutoCube system is connected to it.
Ensure that there is no email or instant messaging clients on any computer hosting AutoCube
system.
