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Big Sur - Enforce FileVault

Information

FileVault _MUST_ be enforced.

The information system implements cryptographic mechanisms to protect the confidentiality and integrity of information stored on digital media during transport outside of controlled areas.

Solution

NOTE: See the FileVault supplemental to implement this rule.

See Also

https://github.com/usnistgov/macos_security

Item Details

Audit Name: NIST macOS Big Sur v1.4.0 - CNSSI 1253

Category: SYSTEM AND COMMUNICATIONS PROTECTION

References: 800-53|SC-28, 800-53|SC-28(1), CCE|CCE-85425-7, CCI|CCI-001199, CCI|CCI-002475, CCI|CCI-002476, STIG-ID|APPL-11-005020

Plugin: Unix

Control ID: 435301977102e85b9e5ff292fb027c9bc11ba7fa2629faea6abdaaffdd8b0b16

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