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Everything about System Integrity Protection

Security feature by Apple

System Integrity Protection is a security feature of Apple's macOS operating system introduced in OS X El Capitan (2015). It comprises a number of mechanisms that are enforced by the kernel. A centerpiece of SIP is the protection of system-owned files and directories against modifications by processes without a specific "entitlement", even when executed by the root user or a user with root privileges (sudo). Wikipedia →

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  1. Read the overview: System Integrity ProtectionA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: Similarity-based integrity protection for deep learning systemsInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: ESDThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: Multi-Agent Based Attack-Resilient System Integrity Protection for Smart GridCited 151 times
  5. Go sideways: Repair permissionsA closely related topic
  6. Go sideways: OS X El CapitanA closely related topic

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