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Security: idevtim/chillmac

SECURITY.md

Security Policy

Supported Versions

Version Supported
1.4.x
< 1.4

Only the latest release receives security updates.

Reporting a Vulnerability

Please do not open a public issue for security vulnerabilities.

Instead, email security@idevtim.com with:

  • A description of the vulnerability
  • Steps to reproduce
  • Your ChillMac version and macOS version

You can expect an initial response within 48 hours. If the vulnerability is confirmed, a fix will be prioritized and released as soon as possible. You'll be credited in the release notes unless you prefer to remain anonymous.

Scope

ChillMac includes a privileged helper daemon that runs as root and communicates over XPC. Security issues in the following areas are especially relevant:

  • XPC connection validation and code signature checks
  • SMC write operations via the helper daemon
  • Privilege escalation through the helper
  • Network requests (update checker)

There aren't any published security advisories