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CIS Essentials

AirDrop is secured

Time to fix

< 1m

What

AirDrop allows you to quickly share files between Apple devices.

Why you should secure AirDrop

When AirDrop is set to receive files from Everyone, it also allows malicious files to bedownloaded from unknown devices. If you select Contacts Only it may expose personal information to devices in the same area.

How to disable AirDrop

  • Open Finder, click AirDrop in the sidebar.
  • Under Allow me to be discovered by select Contacts Only or No One. You can also set this in System Settings under General and AirDrop & Handoff
  • You can find AirDrop shortcut in your macOS Notification Center shortcuts.
  • If you're turning it on and off regularly, add it as a fixed shortcut into your menu bar by configuring it in the Dock & Menu Bar in System Settings.

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