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Internet Sharing must be disabled.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-25350 | OSX00515 M6 | SV-37296r1_rule | ECCD-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Internet Sharing must be disabled because it allows other users to connect with computers on your local network, through your internet connection. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| MAC OSX 10.6 Workstation Security Technical Implementation Guide Draft | 2013-01-10 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-35990r1_chk ) |
|---|
| 1. Open System Preferences->Sharing. 2. Ensure the "On" box for "Internet Sharing" service is not checked. If the box is checked, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-31244r1_fix) |
|---|
| 1. Open System Preferences->Sharing. 2. Uncheck the "On" box for "Internet Sharing" service. |