From d2023812c5e6eb49d832961ed2764614d386a170 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: kimg45 <138676274+kimg45@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2024 22:56:19 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] add hardare disconnect for microphone --- content/posts/macos/macOS Security Overview.md | 6 +++++- 1 file changed, 5 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/posts/macos/macOS Security Overview.md b/content/posts/macos/macOS Security Overview.md index f4f18cb..67c11af 100644 --- a/content/posts/macos/macOS Security Overview.md +++ b/content/posts/macos/macOS Security Overview.md @@ -141,4 +141,8 @@ You can disable [AirDrop and Handoff](https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/c ## Disable Bluetooth -Bluetooth adds extra attack surface for nearby adversaries, so if that fits your threat model then you should [disable it](https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/turn-bluetooth-on-or-off-blth1008/mac). \ No newline at end of file +Bluetooth adds extra attack surface for nearby adversaries, so if that fits your threat model then you should [disable it](https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/turn-bluetooth-on-or-off-blth1008/mac). + +## Hardware Microphone Disconnect + +Macs feature a [hardware disconnect](https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/security/secbbd20b00b/1/web/1) for the microphone when you close the lid. There is no such feature for the camera as it's blocked when the lid is closed anyway. \ No newline at end of file