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All Behaviours > SB174 Does not log in from a device running out of date operating software
SB174 Does not log in from a device running out of date operating software
Devices running out of date operating systems are at increased risk of cyber attack. This is because the operating system software may not have the latest security updates which means you may not be protected against the latest cyber criminal attempts to compromise your system.
Why is it important?
Logging in from devices that are running out-of-date operating software increases the risk of being unprotected in the event of security incidents.
Priority Tier
Behaviours in SebDB are ranked by their impact on risk. Tier 1 behaviours have the biggest impact, Tier 4 behaviours the least.
Risk Mitigated
Malware Infection
Malware infections occur when malicious software makes its way on to a device or network.
Further reading
https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ncas/tips/ST18-271
https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/top-tips-for-staying-secure-online/install-the-latest-software-and-app-updates
https://www.techtarget.com/whatis/feature/5-reasons-software-updates-are-important