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2.2 IG1

Control 2 / Inventory and Control of Software Assets

Ensure Authorized Software is Currently Supported

Think of it likeMaking sure all your household appliances are still under warranty and supported by the manufacturer.

In plain English

All software in use is kept supported and up to date, with any outdated exceptions removed or documented.

Related CSF subcategories (unofficial mapping)

ID.AM-02: Inventories of software, services, and systems managed by the organization are maintained.ID.AM-08: Systems, hardware, software, services, and data are managed throughout their life cycles.PR.PS-02: Software is maintained, replaced, and removed commensurate with risk.