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The macOS system must retain the session lock until the user reestablishes access using established identification and authentication procedures.

An XCCDF Rule

Description

Users must be prompted to enter their passwords when unlocking the screen saver. The screen saver acts as a session lock and prevents unauthorized users from accessing the current user's account.

ID
SV-257143r905062_rule
Version
APPL-13-000002
Severity
Medium
References
Updated

Remediation Templates

A Manual Procedure

Configure the macOS system to prompt users to enter a password to unlock the screen saver by installing the "Login Window Policy" configuration profile.