2.2.1 Enable 'Set time and date automatically'

Information

Kerberos may not operate correctly if the time on the Mac is off by more than 5 minutes. This in turn can affect Apple's single sign-on feature, Active Directory logons, and other features.

Solution

Perform the following to implement the prescribed state:
1. Open System Preferences
2. Select Date & Time
3. Select Set date and time automatically
Alternatively run the following command:
sudo systemsetup -setnetworktimeserver <timeserver>
sudo systemsetup -setnetworktimeserver on

See Also

https://workbench.cisecurity.org/files/301

Item Details

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