Check: AOSX-13-000559
Apple OS X 10.13 STIG:
AOSX-13-000559
(in versions v2 r5 through v1 r1)
Title
The macOS system must disable iCloud document synchronization. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Operating systems are capable of providing a wide variety of functions and services. Some of the functions and services provided by default may not be necessary to support essential organizational operations. Additionally, it is sometimes convenient to provide multiple services from a single component (e.g., VPN and IPS); however, doing so increases risk over limiting the services provided by any one component. Satisfies: SRG-OS-000095-GPOS-00049, SRG-OS-000370-GPOS-00155
Check Content
To view the setting for the iCloud Document Synchronization configuration, run the following command: /usr/sbin/system_profiler SPConfigurationProfileDataType | /usr/bin/grep allowCloudDocumentSync If the output is null or not "allowCloudDocumentSync = 0" this is a finding.
Fix Text
This setting is enforced using the "Restrictions" configuration profile.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-214873r609363_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-214873
Group Title: SRG-OS-000095-GPOS-00049
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
---|---|
CCI-000381 |
The organization configures the information system to provide only essential capabilities. |
CCI-001774 |
The organization employs a deny-all, permit-by-exception policy to allow the execution of authorized software programs on the information system. |