Compliance
CIS Controls Alignment for Application Control
MagicSword satisfies CIS Controls v8 and CIS Windows Benchmark requirements for application control, software restriction, and default-deny execution enforcement.
Application Allow Listing
MagicSword implements CIS-recommended application control through WDAC: enforces publisher-based rules, maintains path-based allow lists, validates file hashes, implements Microsoft recommended baselines, and provides regular policy updates.
Fundamental control for preventing unauthorized software execution.
Software Restriction Policies
Enhanced controls through granular execution control, script blocking capabilities, DLL enforcement options, application reputation checking, and zero-trust execution model.
Critical for maintaining a secure application environment.
Default Deny Approach
Implements secure defaults through deny-by-default policy structure, explicit allow rules only, strict verification requirements, and emergency override procedures.
Essential for maintaining a strong security posture.
Compliance Gap Analysis
Recommended Actions
Enable application allow listing on all endpoints
Priority: High
Implement default-deny execution policy
Priority: High
Configure script and DLL enforcement
Priority: Medium
Establish policy update and review cadence
Priority: Medium
Alignment Summary
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