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OS X Rootkit Hunter

OS X Rootkit Hunter - 0.2

scans OS X for rootkits & other vulnerabilities

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Current Version: 0.2
Release Date: 2008-01-11
License: Freeware
Downloads (this version): 5,602
Downloads (all versions): 11,381
Price: Nothing, if you like it, just donate.

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Product Description:

OS X Rootkit Hunter is based on Michael Boelen`s "rootkit hunter"
but little modified for easier/better usability on Mac OS X.

OS X Rootkit Hunter is scanning tool to detect nasty tools on your Mac. This tool scans for rootkits, backdoors and local exploits by running tests like:


- Look for files used by rootkits
- Look for suspected strings
- Look for hidden files
- Scans within plaintext and binary files

and much more...

What's new in this version:

  • Built with Michael Boelen's rootkit hunter 1.3.0
  • Added additional Network check, to inform you about open and listen TCP Ports
  • Universal Binary

Operating System Requirements:

This product is designed to run on the following operating systems:

  • Mac OS X 10.5 Intel
  • Mac OS X 10.5 PPC

Additional Requirements:

  • - Mac OS X 10.5 "Leopard"

    - Administrator privileges

    - Direct internet access if you want to do an rootkit db update

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OS X Rootkit Hunter Commentary10.4.11 - Version: 0.2, 1/20/2008 12:00AM PST

Tee
Would it be possible to support 10.4.11?
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OS X Rootkit Hunter ReviewIts a nice tool to have. - Version: 0.2, 1/18/2008 12:00AM PST

devnull7
For a updated reference and how to install. Check out http://www.vinno.net/linux/server/how-to-install-root-kit-hunter
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OS X Rootkit Hunter ReviewIts a nice tool to have. - Version: 0.2, 1/18/2008 12:00AM PST

devnull7
For a updated reference and how to install. Check out http://www.vinno.net/linux/server/how-to-install-root-kit-hunter
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