The Operating System must be current and at the latest release level.

From MAC OSX 10.6 Workstation Security Technical Implementation Guide

Part of OSX00670-Operating System Updates

Associated with IA controls: VIVM-1

SV-38569r1_rule The Operating System must be current and at the latest release level.

Vulnerability discussion

Failure to install the most current Operating System (OS) updates leaves a system vulnerable to exploitation. Current OS updates and patches correct known security and system vulnerabilities. If an OS is not at a supported level this will be upgraded to a Category I finding.

Check content

Open a terminal session and enter one of the following commands. sudo softwareupdate --list OR sudo softwareupdate --list --all Review the results and verify the system is at the current release level. If not, this is a finding.

Fix text

Install the current OS updates and patches.

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