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CAIPVI

The CA Product Validation Interface (CAIPVI) is the major contribution CA Auditor makes to CA Common Services for z/OS. CAIPVI provides an installation verification service for CA and other vendor software to ensure that these products are correctly installed and to verify runtime integrity.

While CAIPVI was originally developed for use with CA software, this technology can verify the integrity of any product. This capability is possible through the use of an encrypted CA Product Description Module (CAIPDM) which is shipped with the vendor‑supplied product. Once installed, CAIPVI uses the information described in the Product Description Module to verify that the product is correctly installed and running properly.

Currently, CAIPVI supports user SVCs and system exits, both of which are common points where software integrity can be compromised. CAIPVI also recognizes product interfaces in other areas such as I/O appendages, PPT, TSO APF commands, subsystems, and SMF records. Because CAIPVI completes audit information by recognizing valid software and software intercepts, fewer entries require time‑consuming review.