Enabling System Extensions on macOS
To utilise MediaSeal encryption, it is essential to enable the 'Fortium Technologies Ltd' system extension. Apple Silicon Macs have default security settings that block third-party system extensions, which may prevent the prompt to allow MediaSeal’s extension from appearing. To resolve this issue, users should follow specific steps to adjust their Mac’s security settings and enable the necessary system extension. Follow the steps below to enable System Extensions on your Mac.
- Shut Down Your Mac: Completely power off your Mac device.
- Enter Startup Options:
- Press and hold the Touch ID button for 5 seconds during startup.
- Release when you see the “Loading startup options” message.
- Access Utilities:
- Select Options and then click Continue.
- Navigate to Utilities > Startup Security Utility.
- Adjust Security Policy:
- Choose Startup Disk and then Security Policy.
- Opt for the Permissive Security setting and click OK.
Note: If the Permissive Security option is unavailable, select Reduced Security instead. Ensure to check the box for Allow user management of kernel extensions before clicking OK.
By following these steps, your Mac will permit the installation of MediaSeal’s system extension, which ensures the proper functioning of the MediaSeal decryption service.
