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The OS X system must restrict the ability of individuals to use USB storage devices.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-76101 | AOSX-12-000850 | SV-90789r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| External hard drives, such as USB, must be disabled for users. USB hard drives are a potential vector for malware and can be used to exfiltrate sensitive data if an approved data-loss prevention (DLP) solution is not installed. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Apple OS X 10.12 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2018-12-24 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-75785r1_chk ) |
|---|
| If an approved HBSS DCM/DLP solution is installed, this is not applicable. To verify external USB drives are disabled, run the following command: /usr/sbin/system_profiler SPConfigurationProfileDataType | /usr/bin/grep -A 3 harddisk-external If the option "eject,alert" is not set for "harddisk-external", this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-82739r1_fix) |
|---|
| This setting is enforced using the "Restrictions Policy" configuration profile. |