Automatic logout due to inactivity must be disabled.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-25331 | OSX00435 M6 | SV-37262r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Low |
| Description |
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| Although some might want to enable automatic logout based on inactivity, there are reasons why this feature should be disabled. First, it can disrupt workflow. Second, it can close applications or processes without approval (but a password-protected screen saver will not close applications). Third, because automatic logout can be interrupted, it provides a false sense of security. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| MAC OSX 10.6 Workstation Security Technical Implementation Guide Draft | 2013-01-10 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-35952r1_chk ) |
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| 1. Open System Preferences->Security. 2. Select General tab. 3. Ensure "Log out after x minutes of inactivity" is not checked. If it is checked, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-31208r1_fix) |
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| 1. Open System Preferences->Security. 2. Select General tab. 3. Deselect "Log out after x minutes of inactivity". |