OS X :: Does Security Good?
May 22, 2010Here's a hacker, supposedly turned 'good', who claims that OSX security lags far behind Windows' today.
Does he have a point?
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Intel Mac :: What Is Good Security Software For Mac
Mar 19, 2012My bank seems to think that my Mac has a virus, as my accounts have had several attempted hacks over the last month. My computer seems to run fine and I haven't noticed any problems, but probably should buy some sort of security software before I change all my account numbers etc. I'm leary of just internet shopping for security software as I am not knowledgable enough to know if something is for real or not. What would you reccommend for as good security software?
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iMac, Mac OS X (10.7.3)
MacBook Pro :: Is It Good To Use Norton Security Softwares To Protect It
Jun 25, 2012I used to use Norton security softwares for my windows laptop and it works perfect. However, I am not sure if it is good or necessary to use those softwares in MBP. Moreover, since my MBP is retina one, it only has 256GB SSD. So I wonder if I need to buy it.
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MacBook Pro
Hardware :: Finding Security Camera Systems & Wireless Security Camera?
Dec 20, 2010find security Camera, Security Camera Systems & Wireless Security Camera.
View 2 Replies View RelatedOS X :: Mac Security Vs PC?
Feb 1, 2010Here's an interesting cnet article on the perceived security of Mac vs. PC. [URL:..]
View 2 Replies View RelatedOS X :: Security For Passwords
Jul 2, 2009I seek recommendations please for a password storage site. I just am not able to remember passwords any longer. I definitely don't want to use only one password for all sites and generally couldn't any way due to different password criteria for different sites. [URL] & security lists a site called 1 Password Password Manager and Form Filler 2.9.21.There are also a bunch more listed on the net 5 pages on the page.
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Jun 13, 2009I have just bought my first Macbook and am enjoying the experience but am slightly nervous as I am used to using a PC and getting bombarded by email about viruses, trojans, spyware, malware etc and having to purchase and continually update my security. Now here I am on a Mac with apparently no security to speak of other than the firewall in my Netgear router...... I have heard some say "Macs don't get viruses!!! or Malware". Can someone who is a true Mac expert give me some decent advise? I am happy to buy McAfee or Norton but which is best.
View 27 Replies View RelatedOS X :: Security On Mac Laptop (Software)?
Dec 15, 2010So, recommendations on securing your Mac? I mean in terms of software. Filevault is an obvious one, as well as making sure you use strong passwords. A bit beyond this is setting a firmware password, to prevent changing the boot drive without the password. How about tracking stolen macs? Anything I can there?
View 3 Replies View RelatedMacBook Air :: No Security Slot - What To Do
Apr 8, 2008No security slot is standing between me and an mba. Is there a solution short of a bicycle lock? Will they rectify this next version? I always cable lock my pro in a coffee shop. As Kissinger said, even paranoids have real thieves waiting to snatch their laptops.
View 2 Replies View RelatedOS X :: When Login To Lid Get 10.5.6 Security Error?
Dec 17, 2008I am running Mac OS 10.5.6 on a 2.16 Blackbook. There are two users registered to my system. My Login with a password and my housemate's user name (without a password).I was logged in when I opened the lid to receive the user and password prompt. At that point when I entered my housemate's user ID, Mac took my to MY desktop.
View 1 Replies View RelatedOS X :: Safari 4.0 Security Update
May 20, 2009I have installed the Safari update three times already and it is still suggesting the update. Is anyone else having this problem?
View 4 Replies View RelatedOS X :: Finding Best Internet Security?
Jun 13, 2009I am getting ready to install windows XP on my Mac using Boot Camp. The only reason I am installing windows xp is to use one CAD program. I plan to never be online while using the windows partition. Do I need anti-virus software if I am only going to use windows for one program and will never be online while in the windows partition?
View 24 Replies View RelatedOS X :: Security Lock On Menu Bar?
Dec 11, 2009since i formatted my MBP and have it fresh now, i used to have a lock key on the menu bar which would lock my MBP. I am currently using the HotCorner to activate my screensaver and then it lock my MBP. anyway i can get that lock sign on the menu bar back?
View 1 Replies View RelatedOS X :: Why Cannot Open The Security Panel
Mar 25, 2010why I cannot open the Security panel? When I click the security icon I get this message.
View 3 Replies View RelatedApplications :: How To Use A Mac As A Security Camera
Jun 18, 2010I would like a simple application that will allow me to recored videos or take snapshots as soon as there is motion detected. I will be placing this for in my home office. Other then taping over the camera on light indicator is there a how to disable it?
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Apr 16, 2012What to do about Java security in OS 10.4?
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G4 desk top; G5 iMac, Mac OS X (10.3.x), G4 Ethernet; G5 Intel iMac
MacBook Pro :: Security For Pictures On It?
May 27, 2012I there an APP similar to IDescrete for the MAC. I would like to create an album that I can lock.
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Mac Pro
OS X Mavericks :: Setups For Security
Jun 4, 2014these options in the Security Preferences screen.
Firewall. Does the average person need this activated?
Firevault. Is this necessary for all?
I don't have the Missing Manual for Mavericks yet. So I often look up topics in the MM for Lion. He mentions something on page 510 about "closing the backdoor" so hackers can't 'Ping" an idle or sleeping computer. The Security Preferences in Mavericks don't seem to address this. Has the new OS got built-in security for this. Wiping an HD clean, installing fresh OS and then restoring preferences from a TImeMachine backup.
my HD that DiskWarrior detected. From the error messages, I erase the HD and install a new system. would it be save to Restore my old Network and Kechains and System Preferences from my TM backup?
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Aperture 3, OS X Mavericks (10.9.1), running an iMac
Mac Pro :: Is A 2x2.66 4MB L2 Good Vs. New System
May 28, 2008How does this Mac Pro compare to a new iMacTwo 2.66GHz Dual-Core Intel Xeon processors1GB (2 x 512MB) memory (667MHz DDR2 fully-buffered DIMM ECC)250GB Serial ATA 3Gb/s 7200 rpm hard drive16x SuperDrive (DVD+R DL/DVD?RW/CD-RW)NVIDIA GeForce 7300 GT graphics with 256MB memory
View 8 Replies View RelatedIntel Mac :: Getting A Good USB Hub For It?
Apr 7, 2012I'm getting tired of unplugging and plugging in my peripherals, so I need to get a USB hub.
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iMac, Mac OS X (10.6.8)
OS X :: G4 (10.4.11) Will Not Connect After Setting Security Password
Oct 18, 2009After we set up a security password on our router, my G4, OSX 10.4.11 will no longer connect to my network/internet. I keep getting the error message There was an error joining the Airport network "XXXXXX". My MacBook and all our other pc laptops connect with no problem. I don't have an Ethernet card working. The card went out and I would have had to replace the whole Motherboard, so we had an airport installed. It's worked great for 4 years now.
View 4 Replies View RelatedOS X :: Unable To Unlock Security Preferences?
Oct 20, 2009I recently upgraded to Mac OS X 10.6 from OS X 10.5, but after that I have been unable to unlock the security preferences. Also whenever I try to install any software or update, instead of asking me the administrator password, the system does nothing, no dialog box appears. When I tried to unlock the security preferences in the System Preferences, after the clicking the 'lock' icon, the status bar shows "Authenticating....." for a couple of settings but nothing happens after that!
I am using Intel MacBook with Core 2 Duo 2 GHz, 1 GB RAM
OS X :: Screen And File Sharing Security?
Nov 4, 2010I've been using my MacMini as a server to backup and sync several Macs on my local LAN but recently I found the need to access certain files outside my LAN. That said, I set my router to forward ports 548, 9, and 5900 (file sharing, WOL, and screen sharing, respectively) to my MacMini. This has actually worked rather well for me -- other than WOL. So in an attempt to diagnose the WOL issue I started probing my router's incoming logs (to see if I can successfully send a WOL magic packet from outside my network) and thats when I noticed a few random IPs probing port 5900. So my question is, what are some security measures that I can take in order to prevent someone form accessing my MacMini from the open ports? In theory couldn't a simple program attempt to repeatedly connect to a port and brute force a password? Excuse my naivety with networking, but I'm a little concerned. I did some searching but I couldn't find anything substantial on the forums.
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Dec 29, 2010I've just installed an antivirus and now can't access some websites.
Does anyone have any suggestions on how to maintain security, but still be able to access websites?
OS X :: The Site's Security Certificate Is Not Trusted?
Jan 3, 2011I just started getting this out of the blue...
ive ran apple software update, nothing
ive ensured that the date/time of my computer is accurate for the certificate verification (its right down to the minute. its also set to auto update)
I don't have any odd versions of chrome or anything like that. In fact, it doesn't matter what browser it is (Google notifier, as well as OSX mail give errors as well)
The only thing thats different is im on the wireless network at an internet cafe but it never gave this error before. i dont have any network that i can connect to besides this one to test that idea until i go home
OS X :: 128 Bit Disk Image Encryption Security?
Apr 21, 2006This is mainly just one of those 'I always wondered' things. How secure really is the 128-bit encryption offered in Disk Utility? Is it virtually impossible to crack? Somewhat difficult? How long would it take someone who really knew what they were doing? If anybody wants to try, I made a sample encrypted disk image. See if you can get into it. Its 2MB and you can download it here. After downloading, you'll have to take the .txt off the end of the filename so its just challenge.sparseimage.
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Oct 24, 2007I'm still relatively new to the mac world of things so I was wondering how you format a mac? I've never done it before...I've only formatted a PC before. At work we have to sell one of our Macs so we want to format everything off it for security purposes before we sell it off.
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Mar 18, 2008Moderator Note: Thread closed at request of original poster, who has made another post with more detail on this issue here. Warning: All working fine the last month until security update 3-18-08 totally wrecked system - cannot boot - recommend cloning to separate disk before attempting. Never had this occur with mac update. Many times with Windows.
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Dec 18, 2008I have just installed the latest securtiy update, clicked restart and normal shut down, start up ok, apple in middle of the screen and then the sun burst icon just spins and spins nothing further than that. have tried restarting several times but it always stops in the same place. It's had a half hour to think about this now and nothing, so off to mac doctor tomorrow. [URL:...]
View 2 Replies View RelatedHardware :: How To Get Security Of Mirroring Hdd Data
Jan 3, 2009Mirroring basically creates a mirror image of any data on a drive as it's created (on the physically seperate mirrored drive)...the idea being that if the drive get's corrupted you will always have the mirrorred copy as a backup...
But what happens if it's not the actual drive that gets corrupted, but rather some of the data on the drive...then you would basically have a corrupted copy of the data on both the primary drive and the mirrored drive, correct?
