Title

iDisk must be removed from Finder sidebar. (Cat II impact)

Discussion

iDisk data is stored on Internet servers and is protected by MobileMe account. However, if MobileMe account is accessed by an unauthorized user, data can be compromised. Do not store sensitive data on iDisk. Keep sensitive data local and encrypted on a computer.

Check Content

1. Open Finder > Preferences > Sidebar. 2. Ensure the iDisk icon is not selected. If the option is selected, this is a finding. This must be done for each user on the system.

Fix Text

1. Open Finder -> Preferences -> Sidebar. 2. De-select the iDisk icon. This must be done for each user on the system.

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-37308r1_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-25358

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Expert Comments

CCIs tied to check.

Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.