It is easy to browse images and other documents in the QuickLook cache in High Sierra and earlier, but Apple has not blocked this – details here.
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Now reports the version number of TCC_Compatibility.bundle in Mojave, to watch for pushed updates of this from Apple.
TCC observed loading overrides during startup, and two typical sequences responding to access requests. Useful tips for fixing problems.
Stories about 32-bit support, APFS and Fusion Drives, widespread app problems, failed updates, Time machine, and privacy protection.
How command tools gain access to protected data, through their Attribution Chain. Diagnosing their problems, and fixing them.
Mainly for Mojave users having problems with apps and their access to protected data.
I hope, if you have upgraded to Mojave, that all went well and you’re now happy that you […]
What do you do when an app should connect to control another app or access protected data, but you never see any consent dialog? Or when you incorrectly refuse consent?
Mojave’s first full release is looking relatively free of bugs so far. This list is updated as and when new information arrives.
Natural language parsing, privacy exploring, update investigating, xattr-tweaking, iCloud poking, log browsing: they’re all here for Mojave.
The Eclectic Light Company 