Unix Operating System on Extended Support

info Nessus Plugin ID 66293

Synopsis

The remote host is running an operating system that is on extended support.

Description

According to its version, the remote host uses a Unix or Unix-like operating system that has transitioned to an extended portion in its support life cycle. Continued access to new security updates requires payment of an additional fee and / or configuration changes to the package management tool. Without that, the host likely will be missing security updates.

Solution

Ensure that the host subscribes to the vendor's extended support plan and continues to receive security updates.

Plugin Details

Severity: Info

ID: 66293

File Name: operating_system_extended_support.nasl

Version: 1.4

Type: local

Agent: unix

Family: General

Published: 5/2/2013

Updated: 5/10/2023

Supported Sensors: Nessus Agent, Nessus

Vulnerability Information

Required KB Items: Host/OS/extended_support

Reference Information

IAVA: 0001-A-0648