4.5 Ensure ftp server is not running

Information

Ftp servers should not be run on an end user desktop. Dedicated servers or appropriate cloud storage should be used. Open ports make it easier to exploit the computer.

Solution

Ensure that the FTP Server is not running and is not set to start at boot
Stop the ftp Server
sudo -s launchctl unload -w /System/Library/LaunchDaemons/ftp.plist

See Also

https://workbench.cisecurity.org/files/300

Item Details

Category: CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT

References: 800-53|CM-7b., CSCv6|9.1

Plugin: Unix

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