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Welcome to SecureMac.com, a site devoted to MacOS security! Use the Side Bar to navigate the site, and check this page frequently for updates and new security products!
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12/19/2k News:
Looking for a job as a writer and editor for SecureMac.com. We're hiring. Contact us with your resume and experience.
Security hole in Apple's MRJ 2.2.3 leaves users open to unauthorized visitors having full file access.. You must be register to view the article. A demonstration of this issue has ben setup.
11/21/2k News:
Setting your Firewall for Mac OS X couldn't be easier with Brian Hills' graphical configuration utility, BrickHouse. Read more....
10/03/2k News:
Lockout 1.9 has been released. This is a 10.00 shareware application for desktop security. All users of 1.8, please update to 1.9.
MacSSH is a Telnet client with SSH2 support, based on BetterTelnet. Currently at version 2.1d9. Please Quick Feedback with your opinion and ratings of this application!
09/30/2k News:
VirusBarrier just UPDATED to 1.0.1. If you are a VirusBarrier user please update!
Virex and Symantec NAV's October Virus Definitions are out. Locate quick download at right hand side bar!
09/13/2K News:
Netscape Navigator for MacOS Security Issue: The problem is in fact very simple, Netscape stores saved passwords as cookies in a file called MagicCookie that can be found in the netscape user folder (different for each user created.) [Read More]
OnGuard the desktop security program uses emergency passwords. These are passwords generated by the program in case the admin forgets his password. They usually give the user complete access to a computer. nOGuard 2.0 is a program that generates emergency passwords for OnGuard 3.1 and 3.3 in case the administrator forgets their password.
09/08/2K News:
ADVISORY! for NetBarrier. - Intego software (www.intego.com) offers a security software package for the Macintosh platform. The software is a firewall utility that allows the user to chose between different security schemes (server only, client only, customized, etc) and block different kind of known DoS (pingflood, synflood, ping of death, etc). One way of actually protecting the user from a remote attack such as a pingflood is to allow the user to block the ip from where the attack is performed. The software either offers the user to stop or ignore the ip address (by default) or can be set to block immediatly the address for a given period of time or permanently. [Read More]
09/07/2k News:
Update NetBarrier from 1.5 to 1.6. Some of the fixes include:
There is now a confirmation message when resetting the activity gauges.
The Log supports multiple selections and non-contiguous selections.
The Log is erased immediately.
Returning to the Log will display it in the same position, or with the same item selected, as before switching.
Log sorting routines have been optimized and corrected.
A 1 pixel display problem in the filter list has been corrected.
The "Never Ask" password option is now called "No password".
A bug which prevented changing configurations in multiple user mode has been fixed.
A company name is no longer required to serialize NetBarrier.
A Ping Sensitivity feature has been added.
An HTML Log Export feature has been added.
The default firewall mode is Client Only.
NetUpdate is off by default.
09/06/2k News:
GrouchySmurf 1.0b is one of the most advanced denial of service applications made for the macintosh. The technology it uses (smurf.c, papasmurf.c) is not new and has been around a long time, but has finally been coded for the macintosh platform. Read our review of the application. This tool is powerful, it sends spoofed broadcast packets to a destination host. Use this application to test your own equipment, make sure your routers only broadcasting local packets and not broadcast packets coming from the exterior of the network.
Intego the maker of NetBarrier has just released version 1.0 of their virus protection program VirusBarrier. We have quite a review coming up so stay tuned. If you have used this program before give us your feedback!
My Privacy 1.2.1 is out. 'VSE My Privacy is extremely secure, fast and inexpensive. It uses the Blowfish algorithm to encrypt your data. That algorithm provides military strength encryption and it has never been broken.'
8/28/2k News:
PGP Inc. has updated PGP Desktop Security (versions 6.5.2a/6.5.8) and Personal Privacy 6.5.2a, which fix a bug "regarding how those versions handle unauthorized Additional Decryption Key (ADK) additions to the unhashed/unsigned areas of PGP keys."
8/24/2k News:
Web Confidential is now at version 2.1b3. If you are not aware of what the application does please read our review, send us feedback if you have had any experience with it.
08/22/2k News:
We just aquired a new writer for SecureMac.com, everyone welcome Peter Hein.
SecureMac.com Article:
Mac OS X Server - Security Guidelines - This document outlines some security measures for the Mac OS X Server 1.0 - 1.2 platform. While Mac OS X Server (OSXS) is a fairly secure environment out of the box, these basic measures help create a more secure computing environment.
SecureMac.com Article:
Connections and Protections
Cable and DSL Connections and Security Measures - There are ways to prevent attacks and intruders. One of the better ways is a tool that Corporations and universities routinely use; firewalls. Firewalls help prevent and log network access. There are two main packages for the Mac ........
08/21/2k News:
August Virus definitions added for Virex, SAM, and NAV
08/20/2k News:
Freaks Macintosh Archives(FMA) along with the help of SecureMac.com has released a CD! The CD originates from the hacking archives of Freaks Macintosh Archives(FMA). The cd also includes the original mac hacker archive that was once available on CD-rom, The Whacked Mac archives published by Space Rouge of l0pht. If you missed Defcon 7(hacker convention in las vegas) you missed the macintosh security speech given by Freaky of FMA. The speech is available in Video(Real) and Audio(mp3). This is a unique CD, that must be added to every mac advocates collection. ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS
05/02/2k News:
May Definitions for Norton AntiVirus 5 & 6
04/30/2k News:
Netopia's Timbuctu Pro 2.0 Denial of Service - Simple connections and disconnections to Timbuktu ports can hang the authentication process and halt all Timbuktu services. To return to normal functionality, the Timbuktu process will need to be killed and the Timbuktu service is required to be stopped and restarted. First posted on Bugtraq, more information on SecurityFocus.com
04/11/2k News:
Updates for Virex 5.9->6.1(engine and control panel) are available for download from the Virex website.
03/31/2k News:
The anti virus software Virex has just released their April definations. If you are on OS9, it has been reported by users on VersionTracker.com that it will not work properly. Others report updates work properly.
Disklock is upgradable to version 4.6.2 through Power On Software. DiskLock is now compatible with Mac OS 9!
03/16/2k News:
FileGuard is now MacOS 9 ready. With many fixes and additions, the program is at version 3.3
03/15/2k News:
Macintouch is covering the current Powerbook security issue. This issue is related to MacOS9 and the PB Security Control Panel.
DoorStep has released version 1.1.2 of its personal firewall software.
03/07/2k News:
LockOut by Mauisoft is at release 1.7 with plenty of bug fixes. For those of you who are looking for a simple application for security check out Lockout.
03/01/2k News:
Well the macs made it through that extra day of Feb.
Eraser Pro is a application to securely delete files without recovery. Using the method of overwriting the old data with garbage data. When tested it worked well but slower than Burn or any other deleting application. Has many functions.
New Virus definitions for Marchi out.
02/23/2k News:
SecureMac.com Column: Macintosh Security Auditing Tools paper describes some of the macintosh security auditing tools and how you can use the tools designed by hackers to secure your network.
02/19/2k News:
Virex 6.1 is now released. Turn it on and Virex gives you total protection, shielding you from all downloaded viruses. One click turns it on and off - no locating folders, files, etc. Scan-At-Download will scan Zip archives, as well as files compressed by StuffIt Deluxe, Compact Pro and more. Virex even catches viruses hidden in e-mail attachments. If you do download an infected file, Virex will alert you and quickly repair the file without launching other applications, saving valuable time.
Shift Key Suite is a simple addition to stop users from pressing shift key to bypass extensions at startup.
02/18/2k News:
Mac OS sherlock sends emails. A security glitch that exposes users' email addresses has been found lurking within Apple's Sherlock Internet search technology - Article
Brian with SecureMac released a Advisory on FileGuard discussing the renaming techniques to gain access... [Read All]
02/16/2k News:
VSE My Privacy 1.0 -Organize and protect your confidential data with 448-bit encryption. The interesting part about VSE My Privacy is that it was developed in Germany. Therefore, the restrive US export laws do not apply to VSE My Privacy. [PRESS RELEASE] - [READ MORE]
02/15/2k News:
SmartMac.com has created a introduction to OS 9 security. These five pages of information will brief you and help you understand the aspect behind it.
iEmpower the security application for OS 9 has a patch now. Currently at version 5.7.3b9
02/10/2k News:
SecureMac.com Column is active, Read about Macs and Cable Modem Security, the security aspect behind it. Answer those frequently asked questions and learn more about your security.[DOWNLOAD]
02/07/2k News:
Virus Definitions updated on right hand column
FoolProof Internet 1.5 is compatible with Windows 98 SE FoolProof Internet 1.5 is compatible with Internet Explorer 5.0 FoolProof Internet 1.5 is compatible with Macintosh OS 9 Dial-up networking is supported Users may disable HTTPS connections Users may enter "Always Exempt" and "Always Prohibited" web sites SafeFilter users have more filtering options Users may import and export FoolProof Internet settings .
01/18/2k News:
Net Barrier is now at version 1.5. Fixes include address to name translation and minor fixes. If you are a Net Barrier user and you have not allready updated, do so now.
01/06/2k News:
The Mac Attack Denial of Service Attack first discovered/noted by John Copeland. This attack affects all MacOS 9 computers connected to the internet or network. Apple has released a second solution for the problem - first they released OT Tuner which corrected the main problem but caused normal conflicts with network activity. Now they released Open Transport 2.6. Read Article for full details
12/12/99 News:
Two documents were added to the AtEase database. Both these documents are written in views of malicious intent. By reading these papers you can understand how the other side thinks when they try to get past the bind of security.
12/10/99 News:
ShredIt 4.5 released. Speed improvement up to 10x on large files. • Automatic quit after 10 seconds of inactivity (when drop launched). DEMO - try before you buy - version.
12/08/99 News:
PGP Personal Privacy V6.5.2a for Macintosh is available from McAfee.com for only 19.95. To see more about PGP see our SecureMac.com PGP Personal Page
FoolProof 3.4 has been released. Adds Compatibility with OS 9. Fixes known bugs. Call their 800 # for password to update once you download patch.
12/07/99 News:
Firewall Q&A is a document published by Vicomsoft. Understand the facts about firewalls. If you have any firewall links or software related to the Mac, please send us a note
11/29/99 News:
programmer resource Apple Security 2.0 SDK includes the libraries and header files necessary to build applications that can interface with the Keychain, URL Access, and Code Signing functions available with Mac OS 9. It also contains example code and API documentation.
11/27/99 News:
ShredIt a application to securely delete applications, information from the computer has been added to our database. It is currently at version 4.1. This application has the same purpose as Burn, and many others. Take a look, let us know and let the author know your feedback.
11/11/99 News:
Apple Laser Writer printers attach hidden information to documents. Read more, and download a utility to strip the information.
11/10/99 News:
PGP Freeware 6.5.2 is now available for download. Supports MacOS 9 features. VPN tunneling. Free space wiping. And Outlook Express 5 functions.
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Knowing security is important. Most people are blinded by the word 'security + mac' your current security program probabily is not secure the way it should be for your office, school, internet, or even home. I hope you learn more from this site then you have ever known about macintosh security. We will constantly update it with the most current programs, news and downloads. If you are a programmer for the mac, please contact us, we are looking to make a program. email nick for more information
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