Distributed Data Collection (DDC) for RA Including HCRP/EDGE Server FAQ
Guidance for FAQ regarding Edge Server Operations and Technical - Software Maintenance
Program Area: Distributed Data Collection (DDC) for RA Including HCRP/EDGE Server
Question: How can issuers ensure database and operating system updates will not affect EDGE server application functionality?
Answer: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has a full system development life cycle where it applies the patches and application updates using the same processes that will be used 'in the field' by issuers with their EDGE servers. When infrastructure patches are applied, we will also go through vulnerability testing and hardening reviews in order to continue with the same level of security standards that we prepared with the initial deployment of the EDGE server. CMS recommends that issuers follow industry best practices and backup MySQL and the operating system (OS) prior to applying patches.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: November 18, 2014
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