Apple’s macOS 15 Sequoia update has broken several key security tools, sparking user frustration across social media and Mac developer forums.
macOS Sequoia Update
The release of macOS Sequoia has caused widespread frustration among developers of macOS security tools. Patrick Wardle, founder of the Mac and iOS security startup DoubleYou, expressed concern over the recurring challenges that arise whenever Apple launches a new update.
Patrick Wardle, a developer of macOS security tools, expressed frustration, stating, “It’s incredibly frustrating to repeatedly deal with users blaming our tools for breaking their Macs.” He stressed the need for Apple to conduct more rigorous testing before releasing updates.
The problems seem to arise from changes in the network stack, which have affected several security products. A CrowdStrike sales engineer mentioned in a Slack group for Mac administrators that the company had to delay support for Sequoia due to these changes, adding, “There’s quite a lot going on with the changes in the network stack.”
According to TechCrunch, several companies quickly responded to the issues caused by the macOS Sequoia update.
CrowdStrike issued a “Tech Alert” to its customers and is waiting for an Apple update before offering official support. Despite the challenges, SentinelOne claimed to have provided full support for Sequoia right after its release. However, a SentinelOne Support account had warned users not to upgrade their systems until they had a supported agent in place.
After upgrading to macOS Sequoia, ESET warned customers about network issues but later confirmed their products are compatible.
Problems aren’t limited to enterprise tools—users have reported issues with DNS, firewalls, and apps like Firefox. Security researchers noted that Sequoia’s firewall could block web access after the update.
The problems with macOS Sequoia affect not just enterprise security tools but also individual users. Security researcher Will Dormann reported issues with DNS and firewall operations on Mastodon. Additionally, researcher Wacław Jacek mentioned that the OS firewall might block web browsing after the upgrade. These disruptions also impact common applications, such as the Firefox browser.
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