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App Store apps can be translocated

It has often been assumed that App Store apps don’t undergo app translocation. That isn’t true: here’s an example of one that gets stuck in eternal translocation because it comes with an unwanted gift.

May 27, 2024 Macs, Technology

Last Week on My Mac: Does security impair usability?

Launching an app for the first time used be simple. Now we have the SSV, launch constraints and app translocation to contend with.

May 19, 2024 Macs, Technology

How can you tell when an app is running in translocation?

Some apps have odd problems when they’re run in translocation. Here’s how to tell whether they are, and what to do about it.

May 17, 2024 Macs, Technology

Lost in Translocation

Gatekeeper may decide to run a new app from a random location, in translocation. The rules for this are explained, and how to ensure that doesn’t affect your apps.

May 14, 2024 Macs, Technology

How does Sonoma check an app before launch?

All apps now undergo Gatekeeper assessment, but only some have XProtect checks for malware, and the unfortunate few get translocated too.

May 9, 2024 Macs, Technology

How to make older macOS as secure as possible

If you can’t run Sonoma on your Mac, how can you ensure it’s still secure? Do you need to run 3rd party software? What are the risks?

April 27, 2024 Macs, Technology

Skint and SkintM 1.05 are almost feature-complete

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Changing Dock icons, a new Check Now command, a major bug fix, and more in these updates to the apps that keep a watchful eye on your Mac’s security.

March 4, 2024 Macs, Technology

Keep a more watchful eye on your Mac with Skint 1.04

Includes a version you can install into the menu bar, improved interface with categories, and internal improvements. Also makes results accessible to scripts.

February 27, 2024 Macs, Technology, Updates

Skint version 1.03 fixes bugs that could give false negatives

Fixes a bug that could in some circumstances incorrectly report that everything is OK, when it isn’t. Recommended for all, Monterey and later only.

February 14, 2024 Macs, Technology, Updates

Troubleshooting your Mac’s security with Skint 1.02

Adds a detailed Help book, supports macOS betas, can disable log checks for use in standard user accounts, checks log times, and has auto-update.

February 5, 2024 Macs, Technology, Updates

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