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Developer Lem Ergin has discovered a serious bug in macOS High Sierra that allows anyone log into an admin account using the username “root” with no password. As per reports, it works when anyone attempts to access an administrator’s account on an unlocked Mac. Besides, it also allows access to the login screen of a locked Mac.
Update: Apple has released Security Update 2017-001 to fix the bug that enables access to the root superuser account with a blank password on any Mac running macOS High Sierra 10.13.1.
Apple is already aware of this bug and has issued a temporary solution to the problem.
“We are working on a software update to address this issue. In the meantime, setting a root password prevents unauthorized access to your Mac.” – Apple
The important line is repeated below.%admin ALL = (ALL) ALL This line gives the administrator accounts the ability to use the sudo command. If you know the user name and password for an administrator account, the enter the commands given below to become the root user.
- Step 1, Reboot your computer. If you can't change your password using your Apple ID, you can use Recovery Mode to reset it. Recovery Mode needs to be accessed as your computer is starting up.Step 2, Hold. ⌘ Command+R as soon as you hear the chime. Continue holding the keys until you see the loading bar appear. This will boot your Mac into Recovery Mode. It may take a while to load.1 X Research sourceStep 3, Click the 'Utilities' menu and select 'Terminal.' You'll see the Utilities menu.
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How to Enable Root User on Your Mac Running macOS High Sierra
Step #1. First off, you need to click on Apple menu at top left of the screen and then select System Preferences.
Step #2. Click on Users and Groups.
Step #3. Next, click on the Lock icon.
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Then, you have to enter your admin Password and click on Unlock.
Step #4. Next up, click on Login Options. Then, click on Join or Edit.
Step #5. Click on Open Directory Utility.
Now, you have to click on the Lock icon.
Next, enter your Password again and click on Modify configuration.
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Step #6. Click on Edit in the menubar and then click on “Enable Root User.”
Step #7. Finally, you need to enter and confirm your Root User Password. Ensure that password is strong.
You can also use the command line to create your Root User Password quickly.
How to Create Root User Password on Mac using Terminal
Step #1. Launch Terminal. (Simply open Spotlight Search → Type Terminal → Open it)
Step #2. Now, you need to type: sudo passwd -u root
Step #3. Now enter the Mac System password.
Step #4. Now, you need to enter and confirm your Root User Password.
Make sure not to disable the Root User as it will blank the password and let the bug work again.
That’s it!
Wrapping up:
Apple will soon release a permanent fix for this bug. In the meantime, use this solution to shield your Mac.
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You will hardly find the content over the internet about android root tool for mac, even the most popular root tool – Kingo can only support on Windows OS. But now with our new methods, it is very easy to root android devices with/without Mac OS X.
Part 1. Root Android Device on Mac
Option 1. Cydia Impactor
Cydia Impactor is a GUI tool for working with Android running Mac OS X. Its key feature is an end-to-end exploit of Android “Master Key” vulnerability, allowing mac android users to obtain root access on tons of Android devices including Samsung, HTC, Motorola, Huawei etc. android phones & tablets.
– Download Cydia Impactor to your Mac computer.
– Extract the file package and run Cydia Impactor.
– Enable USB Debugging on your Android device.
– Plug android device into Mac via USB cable.
– Select “# drop SuperSU su to /system/xbin/su” in the dropdown menu and click “Start”.
– Wait for a couple of minutes for the rooting process.
– Once done, download and install SuperSu to access your Android.
Note: Cydia impactor has been reported not compatible with three Android versions: HTC One on 4.2.2, Motorola Atrix 4D on 4.1.1, and Huawei Ascend Mate on 4.1, but it won’t harm the devices.
Option 2. Unrevoked
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Some of root tools not working with all Android devices, like Unrevoked. But Unrevoked is a great one-click rooting tool which specially designed to root HTC devices, including HTC EVO 4G, HTC Hero, HTC wildfire, HTC Aira, HTC Desire, HTC Droid Incredible.
– Download and install the Unrevoked.
– Plug in your android phone to Mac.
– Be sure to enable USB debugging on your device.
– Open the Unrevoked rooting program.
– The root tool will start the rooting process once it detects your device.
– You phone will reboot when the program finishes.
– That’s it, enjoy your newly rooted HTC.
Part 2. Root Android Devices without Computer
If by any chance that you failed to root android devices with Mac, read on, here we also conclude some useful root tools to help you root android devices without Mac.
1. Universal AndRoot: It lets you root android devices without using a computer. This tool should work with most older android devices and firmware versions. If you have a phone/tablet with old android version, Universal AndRoot may be the best rooting tool for you.
2. V Root: This app is one of the best root application to root android device without any risk of hard brick. With it, you can easily root wide range of android phones and tablets without computer/laptop PC.
3. Towelroot: It is designed to root android smartphones like Galaxy S5, AT&T GS5, Nexus 5, GS4, Note 3, HTC One and many other latest android mobile devices without the need of computer.
4. Easy rooting toolkit: It is one of the most working app which developed by DooMLoRD. If you failed to root android with the tools mentioned above, the easy rooting toolkit may bring you some luck.
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Notes & Tips:
– Before rooting an android on your Mac, make sure you backed up all your data.
– Make sure that your phone/tablet is charged at least 90%, in case that the root be interrupted in the middle of process.
– Be sure that your computer is set up with anti-virus and firewalls, the cable with the specific drivers must be ready.
– Lost important info on your device during root process? Relax, you can use Jihosoft Android Data Recovery for Mac to get them back.
– If you are Windows users who need to root android, the article – How to Root Android Your Devices may help.
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