skint
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Description:
Check status of key security settings and features
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.09,2025.09@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: security macos system-check audit utilities
Install: brew install --cask skint
About:
Skint is a utility that checks the status of key security settings and features on macOS. It provides a detailed report on system integrity protection, file vault status, firewall settings, and other critical security configurations. This tool helps users ensure their Mac is properly secured against potential threats.
Key Features:
  • Checks System Integrity Protection (SIP) status
  • Verifies FileVault disk encryption status
  • Inspects firewall and network security settings
  • Generates comprehensive security reports
Use Cases:
  • Performing routine security audits on macOS systems
  • Troubleshooting security-related system issues
  • Verifying security compliance before sensitive operations
Alternatives:
  • ock – Built-in macOS command-line tool for checking security policies
  • LockRattler – GUI-based security checker from the same developer
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 11, 2025 10:34pm 1.09,2025.09 0 VERSION_BUMP 29bbd666