Device Compliance - Mac

To protect data integrity and safeguard security when accessing University data and systems, it is very important to ensure that the computer is not infected with malware or compromised in any other way. Devices deemed as non-compliant (i.e. not fully protected and free from malware) will not be allowed access to selected University systems that store sensitive data once the

In order for your Apple macOS computer to be deemed as compliant, it must meet all of these requirements:

  • macOS version must be at least Monterrey ver.12.6.5 or Ventura ver.13.4 with latest security patches installed (more info)
  • Firewall must be enabled
  • Must be running Microsoft Defender

To meet Conditional Access security requirements, the device must have the above and enroll in device administration. 

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