System must have a password-protected screen saver configured to DoD requirements.

From MAC OSX 10.6 Workstation Security Technical Implementation Guide

Part of OSX00360-Password Protected Screen Saver

Associated with IA controls: PESL-1

SV-38533r1_rule System must have a password-protected screen saver configured to DoD requirements.

Vulnerability discussion

User needs to configure a password-protected screen saver to prevent unauthorized users from accessing unattended computers. A short inactivity interval should also be set to decrease the amount of time the unattended computer is unlocked.

Check content

Open System Preferences->Desktop & Screen Saver. Select the screen saver tab. Ensure the "Start screen saver" slider is set to 15 minutes or less. If not, this is a finding.

Fix text

Open System Preferences->Desktop & Screen Saver. Select the screen saver tab. Set the "Start screen saver" slider to 15 minutes or less.

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