Based on the EtreCheckPro report, your iMac Pro is experiencing several issues:
I notice that System Integrity Protection is disabled: This leaves your computer vulnerable to malware infection.
Apple security disabled: Apple security software is disabled, increasing the risk of malware infection.
So it looks as though your Mac's ability to avoid malware is compromised.
Major Issues:
- Unsigned files: There are unsigned software files installed that could potentially be harmful and should be reviewed.
- System Integrity Protection disabled: This leaves your computer vulnerable to malware infection.
- Apple security disabled: Apple security software is disabled, increasing the risk of malware infection.
Minor Issues:
- Apps crashing: Finder is crashing frequently along with other applications.
- Apps with heavy CPU usage: Some apps are utilizing excessive CPU resources.
- Low performance: EtreCheck report took an unusually long time to run, indicating potential performance issues.
- Kernel extensions present: There are kernel extensions installed that may not be compatible with future macOS versions.
- Sharing enabled: Sharing services are enabled, posing a security risk.
Recommendations:
- Enable System Integrity Protection: This is crucial for protecting your system from malicious software. You can enable it by booting into recovery mode and using the Terminal to enable SIP.
- Review unsigned files: Investigate any unsigned files and remove or replace them with signed alternatives from trusted sources.
- Enable Apple security: Ensure that Apple security software is enabled to provide additional layers of protection against malware.
- Address app crashes: Troubleshoot and resolve the underlying causes of app crashes, which could involve updating or reinstalling problematic applications.
- Optimize performance: Investigate the causes of low performance and heavy CPU usage. Consider upgrading hardware components if necessary.
- Review kernel extensions: Determine if any kernel extensions are unnecessary or incompatible, and remove them if possible.
- Disable unnecessary sharing: Disable sharing services that are not essential to reduce potential security risks.
- Regularly update software: Keep your macOS and installed applications up to date to ensure compatibility, security, and performance improvements.