Are USGCB settings applicable to special purpose (e.g., scientific, medical, process control, and experimental systems) computers?
USGCB settings were developed and tested on enterprise-connected laptops and desktop computers. The primary targets of USGCB are general-purpose systems such as managed desktops and laptops. Embedded computers, process control systems, specialized scientific or experimental systems, and similar systems are outside the scope of USGCB. Of course, such systems still require appropriate protection and application of sound risk management principles. For such systems, agencies should examine the USGCB security configuration for applicability where feasible and appropriate.
