Mac High Sierra users: set your root password NOW! Here is how.

in #mac7 years ago (edited)

I always thought MacOS was safe. Until now.
Do this ASAP.

Open system preferences --> Users and groups.
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Enter login options (have to provide your password)

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Click Network account server (join).

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Choose open Directory Utility.

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Unlock (click the lock symbol)

Click edit from the top menu: change Root password, SET IT.

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(choose a good password because root has God power).