I own a 2015 MacBook Pro running El Capitan (10.11.4) and am having issues with the firewall.
Despite turning it "on" and setting up which programs to allow access, every time I go into settings the firewall is "off".
How can I find out what is turning it off and prevent it being turned off?
MacBook Pro with Retina display, OS X El Capitan (10.11.4)
Have you installed something called "Private Internet Access," or any other third-party VPN client software?
I do have the Private Internet Access app installed.
I did allow incoming connection privileges for the Private Internet Access app. Didn't realize it would disable the firewall.
Thanks for your help!
Hello,
I have the same problem. Ever time I check my firewall, it is off. I turn it on and lock it. When I check it again, say, a month later, it is off.
I have an older MacBook Pro made in the spring of 2013, with OS X El Capitan version 10.11.5. It was just completely cleaned and repaired by Apple. It works perfectly.
I have Avira free Ant-virus installed. I also Use a VPN. Could any of those programs be causing my problem? Thanks in advance for any help.
Hello,
I definitely put my issue down to the VPN. I suggest this may be the case with yours.
Good luck!
Anthony
Did you stop using PIA VPN? Would one be at a great security risk if he continues to use said VPN with the firewall disabled?
Hi linc,
Thank you for that i have been having same problems. Will moniter it and make sure it stays up with and without PIA.
did you get an answer? I have the same Question. Cheers.
Hi Linc,
What’s the advice in the case that the user installed PIA and have those Firewall turn off issues?
Thanks.
You would need to uninstall the PIA.
Firewall keeps turning off
