| name | cis-azure-storage-18.3 |
| description | Ensure Storage Explorer is using the latest version |
| category | cis-azure-storage |
| version | 1.0.0 |
| author | cyberstrike-official |
| tags | ["cis","azure","storage","storage-explorer"] |
| cis_id | 18.3 |
| cis_benchmark | CIS Microsoft Azure Storage Services Benchmark v1.0.0 |
| tech_stack | ["azure"] |
| cwe_ids | [] |
| chains_with | [] |
| prerequisites | [] |
| severity_boost | {} |
18.3 Ensure Storage Explorer is using the latest version (Manual)
Description
Ensure all users accessing Azure Storage resources with Storage Explorer are using the latest version of the software, applying updates promptly to safeguard against new vulnerabilities and benefit from the latest security enhancements.
Rationale
Using the latest version of Storage Explorer is essential for safeguarding access to Azure Storage resources.
Impact
Using the latest version of Storage Explorer is free and requires minimal administrative effort.
Audit Procedure
Audit from Storage Explorer for MacOS
- Go to
Storage Explorer.
- From the menu bar, click
Microsoft Azure Storage Explorer.
- Click
About.
- Check the
Version listed.
- Compare the installed version with the latest released version from https://github.com/microsoft/AzureStorageExplorer/releases.
- Ensure that the installed Storage Explorer version matches the latest released version.
Expected Result
The installed Storage Explorer version should match the latest released version available at https://github.com/microsoft/AzureStorageExplorer/releases.
Remediation
Remediate from Storage Explorer for MacOS
- Go to
Storage Explorer.
- From the menu bar, click
Microsoft Azure Storage Explorer.
- Click
Check for Updates.
- Follow the instructions to install the latest version of Storage Explorer.
Default Value
By default, new installations of Storage Explorer will utilize the latest released version.
References
- https://github.com/microsoft/AzureStorageExplorer/releases
Profile
Level 1 | Manual