Apple Platform Security (May 2024)
https://support.apple.com/en-lamr/guide/security/welcome/web
Introduction to Apple Platform Security
Apple designs security into the core of its platforms.
Building on the experience of creating the world’s most
advanced mobile operating system, Apple has created security
architectures that address the unique requirements of
mobile, watch, desktop, and home.
Every Apple device combines hardware, software, and services
designed to work together for maximum security and a
transparent user experience in service of the ultimate goal
of keeping personal information safe. For example,
Apple-designed silicon and security hardware powers critical
security features. And software protections work to keep the
operating system and third-party apps protected. Finally,
services provide a mechanism for secure and timely software
updates, power a protected app ecosystem, and facilitate
secure communications and payments. As a result, Apple
devices protect not only the device and its data but the
entire ecosystem, including everything users do locally, on
networks, and with key internet services.
Just as we design our products to be simple, intuitive, and
capable, we design them to be secure. Key security features,
such as hardware-based device encryption, can't be disabled
by mistake. Other features, such as Face ID and Touch ID,
enhance the user experience by making it simpler and more
intuitive to secure the device. And because many of these
features are enabled by default, users or IT departments
don't need to perform extensive configurations.
This documentation provides details about how security
technology and features are implemented within Apple
platforms. It also helps organizations combine Apple
platform security technology and features with their own
policies and procedures to meet their specific security
needs.
macOS Security Compliance Project
https://support.apple.com/guide/sccc/macos-security-compliance-project-sccc22685bb2/web
The macOS Security Compliance Project (mSCP) is an open
source effort to provide a programmatic approach to
generating security guidance. This is a joint project of
federal operational IT Security staff from the National
Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), National
Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Defense
Information Systems Agency (DISA), and Los Alamos National
Laboratory (LANL).
Personal Safety User Guide
https://help.apple.com/pdf/personal-safety/en_US/personal-safety-user-guide.pdf
Apple makes it easy to connect with the people closest to
you, while helping you stay aware of what you're sharing and
with whom. If you gave someone access to your personal
information and no longer want to-or if you're concerned
someone who had access to your device or accounts made
changes without your permission-this guide offer strategies
and solutions to help you regain control.
Change Finder Settings (Connected Servers, File Name
Extensions)
Change Safari Settings on Mac (Enhance Security)
https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/security-ibrw1074/mac
System Settings (Enhance Security)
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