2.6.1 Enable FileVault - Encryption Type

Information

Encrypting sensitive data minimizes the likelihood of unauthorized users gaining access to it.

Solution

Perform the following to implement the prescribed state:
Open System Preferences
Select Security & Privacy
Select FileVault
Select Turn on FileVault

See Also

https://workbench.cisecurity.org/files/300

Item Details

Category: SYSTEM AND COMMUNICATIONS PROTECTION

References: 800-53|SC-13

Plugin: Unix

Control ID: 87538957cc10bbd802b11249264ed9f2b61f1bb7f4e5cdcf530deed9eee7b1c2