Weekly Security Posture Checklist

1. 10-Point Weekly Checklist

1. Update System: Ensure macOS is up to date: System Preferences > Software Update.
2. Check Firewall: Verify firewall is enabled: System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Firewall.
3. Review Admin Users: Check admin accounts: System Preferences > Users & Groups.
4. Antivirus Scan: Run full scan: Use preferred antivirus software.
5. Network Monitoring: Check for unusual network activity using Little Snitch or similar.
6. Backup Verification: Confirm Time Machine or other backup solutions are running and up-to-date.
7. Logs Review: Review system logs for unusual activities: Console.app.
8. OpenClaw Update: Verify OpenClaw version is current: Run openclaw --version.
9. SSH Access: Check /etc/ssh/sshd_config for unauthorized changes.
10. Validate Software: Ensure no unauthorized software is installed: Applications folder review.

2. 5 Red Flags & Actions

1. Unauthorized Login Attempts: Check Console > Failed Login Attempts. Action: Change passwords immediately.
2. Unfamiliar Software Installed: Found in Applications. Action: Investigate/source & remove if suspicious.
3. High Network Traffic: Detected using monitoring tools. Action: Analyze traffic, block suspicious IPs.
4. Disabled Firewalls: Found in System Preferences. Action: Enable immediately & investigate cause.
5. Outdated Antivirus Database: From security software notifications. Action: Update database and run a scan.

3. Backup Sanity Checks

1. Last Backup Date: Confirm recent Time Machine backup within last week.
2. Backup Integrity: Spot check files in backup for accessibility.
3. Storage Space: Check available backup drive space to ensure capacity for new backups.

4. NEXT (3 Actions)

1. Automate Security Audits: Implement a script to automate weekly security checks.
2. Intrusion Detection: Install an intrusion detection system like Snort.
3. Monthly Security Review: Schedule a detailed review with a security professional.