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System Preferences must be securely configured so IPv6 is turned off if not being used.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-25324 | OSX00400 M6 | SV-37247r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| It is recommended to disable unused hardware devices listed in Network preferences. Enabled, unused devices are a security risk. Hardware is listed in Network preferences only if the hardware is installed in the computer. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| MAC OSX 10.6 Workstation Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2012-01-30 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-35937r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Open System Preferences - > Network. Click Advanced. Click the TCP/IP tab. Ensure "Configure IPv6" is set to "Off". If the option is not set to "Off", this is a finding. NOTE: This must be checked on all network interfaces. |
| Fix Text (F-31194r1_fix) |
|---|
| Open System Preferences - > Network. Click Advanced. Click the TCP/IP tab and set "Configure IPv6" to "Off", if not actively being used. NOTE: This must be disabled on each network interface. |