Unnecessary packages must not be installed.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-25187 | OSX00010 M6 | SV-37149r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Removing unused packages frees disk space and reduces the risk of attackers finding vulnerabilities in unused components. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| MAC OSX 10.6 Workstation Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2013-04-09 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-37676r1_chk ) |
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| Verify unnecessary packages are not installed. Open a terminal session and enter the following command. pkgutil / --pkgs Review the packages installed, determine if the installed packages are needed. If not, then this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-32916r1_fix) |
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| Review the packages installed using the following command. pkgutil / --pkgs Determine if the installed packages are needed. If not, verify any dependencies and use the rm command to remove them. |