The correct date and time must be set.

From MAC OSX 10.6 Workstation Security Technical Implementation Guide

Part of OSX00280-Set the correct date and time

Associated with IA controls: ECSC-1

SV-38529r1_rule The correct date and time must be set.

Vulnerability discussion

Correct date and time settings are required for authentication protocols, like Kerberos. Incorrect date and time settings can cause security issues.

Check content

1. Open System Preferences->Date&Time Panel. 2. Ensure the correct date and time is set. If the date and time are not correct, this is a finding.

Fix text

1. Open System Preferences->Date&Time Panel. 2. Set the correct date and time.

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