Ensure the Time Service Is Enabled

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Descripción

In macOS 10.14, Apple replace ntp with timed for time services, and is used to ensure correct time is kept. Correct date and time settings are required for authentication protocols, file creation, modification dates and log entries.

Cómo se verifica

Método de auditoría: Comando de shell

shell

out=$(/bin/launchctl list 2>/dev/null) || exit 1
printf '%s\n' "$out" | /usr/bin/grep -c 'com.apple.timed' || true

Salida esperada: 1

Cómo se corrige

Método de corrección: Guía o parche de infraestructura

If the timed service has been disabled, assume that the operating system has been compromised. Back up any files, and do a clean install to a known good Operating System.

Propiedades

Sistemas operativos: macos-26
Etiquetas: macossystem-settings
Referencia: CIS Apple macOS 26 Tahoe Benchmark v1.1.0 - 2.3.2.2 Ensure the Time Service Is Enabled

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Ejecute esto en un equipo que tenga permiso para auditar. El escaneo es de solo lectura.

shell

tmaegis scan --target macos