How to fix
- To secure your boot, open Terminal.
- Type
sudo nvram boot-args=""and click enter. - To check the status type
sudo nvram boot-argsand click enter. The result should be empty.
CIS ISO NIST CSF Essentials SOC
Boot is secure
More Mac checks
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AirDrop is secured
AirDrop is restricted to Contacts Only so strangers nearby can't send files to your Mac.
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AirPlay receiver is off
AirPlay Receiver is off so unknown devices can't stream content to your Mac's display.
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App Store updates are automatic
Mac App Store apps update automatically, closing known vulnerabilities without waiting on the user.
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Application updates
macOS and the third-party apps installed on your Mac are kept patched, since outdated apps are a primary attack vector.
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Automatic Login is off
Automatic login lets anyone access your account at boot without entering a password or using Touch ID.
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FileVault is on
FileVault encrypts the data on your disk so a lost or stolen Mac can't be read by removing the drive.