11 Aug 16:40

MacJediWizard

28d7251

Jamf Connect Monitor v2.4.0 Latest

Latest

Jamf Connect Monitor v2.4.0

🚀 Major Release: Webhook Platforms, Elevation Tracking & Enhanced Monitoring

✨ Highlights

Webhook Platform Selection - Native Slack and Microsoft Teams message formatting
Legitimate Elevation Tracking - Complete audit trail of Jamf Connect elevations
MonitorJamfConnectOnly - Event-driven monitoring for resource optimization
Enhanced Forensics - Comprehensive investigation guide and evidence preservation
SMTP Improvements - Fixed authentication and From Address configuration

📦 Download

Package: JamfConnectMonitor-2.4.0.pkg (36K)
Checksum: See JamfConnectMonitor-2.4.0.pkg.sha256
Schema: jamf_connect_monitor_schema.json for Configuration Profile

🎯 New Features

Webhook Platform Selection

Configure WebhookType as "slack" or "teams" in Configuration Profile
Automatic platform detection based on webhook URL
Platform-specific formatting for optimal display
Professional templates for each platform

Legitimate Elevation Tracking

Separate audit log for all Jamf Connect elevations
Track who elevated, when, why, and for how long
New elevation-report command for compliance reporting
Statistics: total, daily, per-user, and per-reason counts
Real-time tracking of currently elevated users

MonitorJamfConnectOnly Setting

Only check for violations after Jamf Connect elevation detected
Reduces unnecessary monitoring cycles
Optimizes CPU and log usage
Default: true (event-driven mode)

Enhanced Forensics Support

New forensics investigation guide
Preserves accounts for security investigation
Complete command reference for user activity analysis
Best practices for evidence preservation

🔧 Improvements

Fixed SMTP From Address extraction from Configuration Profile
Enhanced SMTP authentication parsing
Auto-configuration for all SMTP providers
Better error handling throughout
Complete code and documentation synchronization

🐛 Bug Fixes

Fixed Configuration Profile boolean parsing
Fixed version auto-detection in Extension Attribute
Fixed SMTP credential extraction
Added macOS UI cache issue documentation and workarounds

📋 Installation

# Install package
sudo installer -pkg JamfConnectMonitor-2.4.0.pkg -target /

# Verify installation
sudo /usr/local/bin/jamf_connect_monitor.sh status

# Test elevation tracking
sudo /usr/local/bin/jamf_connect_monitor.sh elevation-report

⚙️ Configuration

Key settings in Configuration Profile:

{
  "WebhookType": "teams",              // or "slack"
  "MonitorJamfConnectOnly": true,      // event-driven mode
  "RemoveAdminPrivileges": true,       // removes admin only, preserves account
  "SMTPFromAddress": "required@email"  // now required for email
}

📊 Upgrade Notes

Seamless upgrade from any v2.x version
Configuration preserved during upgrade
Extension Attribute script must be updated in Jamf Pro
Daemon automatically restarted

🧪 Tested With

macOS 12.x, 13.x, 14.x, 15.x
Jamf Connect 2.x
Jamf Pro 10.x, 11.x
Slack and Microsoft Teams
Multiple SMTP providers

📚 Documentation

Installation Guide
Configuration Guide - NEW comprehensive settings reference
Forensics Guide - NEW investigation procedures
Troubleshooting - Updated with UI cache fixes
CLI Reference - Enhanced daemon monitoring

🙏 Thank You

Thanks to all users who provided feedback and testing for this release!

Created with ❤️ by MacJediWizard

For support: https://github.com/MacJediWizard/Jamf-Connect-Monitor/issues

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06 Aug 02:42

MacJediWizard

2.0.1

f73b615

Jamf Connect Monitor v2.0.1 - Production Ready Release

🔧 Production-Ready Release: All Critical Fixes Verified

This release addresses critical production issues identified during enterprise deployment, with all fixes verified working in enterprise environments.

🚨 Critical Production Fixes

✅ ACL Clearing for Script Execution

Fixed: Extension Attribute script execution failures due to macOS Extended Attributes
Solution: Automatic xattr -c clearing in postinstall script
Result: Eliminates "Permission denied" errors during Extension Attribute execution

✅ Configuration Profile Integration

Fixed: Company names showing "Your Company" fallback instead of actual configured names
Solution: Standardized Configuration Profile reading methods across all components
Result: Displays actual configured company names in all Extension Attribute data

✅ Auto-Version Detection

Fixed: Manual version management requiring updates for each release
Solution: Future-proof auto-detection system reading from main script VERSION variable
Result: Works automatically with v2.0.2, v2.1.0, v3.0.0+ without updates

🛠️ New Production Tools

tools/verify_monitoring.sh

Comprehensive verification script for enterprise deployment validation:

Tests all critical components and permissions
Validates ACL clearing and Configuration Profile integration
Provides detailed diagnostic output for troubleshooting
Usage: sudo ./tools/verify_monitoring.sh

Enhanced Uninstall Script

Complete system removal with enterprise features:

Comprehensive component removal with configuration backup
Log archiving with timestamped directories
Silent operation: sudo ./uninstall_script.sh --force
Verification mode: sudo ./uninstall_script.sh verify

🚀 Enterprise Features

Configuration Profile Management - Centralized webhook/email settings via Jamf Pro
Real-time Monitoring - Immediate violation detection capabilities
Enhanced Notifications - Professional templates with company branding
Smart Group Automation - Future-proof criteria for all v2.x+ versions
Zero Maintenance - Auto-version detection requires no manual updates

📦 What's Included

JamfConnectMonitor-2.0.1.pkg - Main installation package with all production fixes
jamf_connect_monitor_schema.json - Configuration Profile schema for Jamf Pro
SHA256 Checksum - Package integrity verification
Enterprise Deployment Guide - Complete Jamf Pro setup instructions

🔧 Installation & Upgrade

New Installation

Download JamfConnectMonitor-2.0.1.pkg
Upload to Jamf Pro and deploy via policy
Deploy Configuration Profile using included JSON Schema
CRITICAL: Update Extension Attribute script in Jamf Pro for v2.0.1 features
Create Smart Groups with flexible criteria: Extension Attribute like "Version: 2."
Verify with: sudo ./tools/verify_monitoring.sh

Upgrade from v2.0.0

Upload v2.0.1 package - seamless upgrade with automatic fixes
CRITICAL: Update Extension Attribute script in Jamf Pro (enables proper version display)
Deploy to existing systems - automatic ACL clearing and enhanced parsing
Verify fixes applied: sudo ./tools/verify_monitoring.sh

Upgrade from v1.x

Automatic migration preserving all configurations
Enhanced functionality without breaking changes
Deploy Configuration Profile to enable centralized management

📋 Post-Installation Verification

Run the verification script to confirm all components working:

sudo ./tools/verify_monitoring.sh

Expected output includes:

✅ Main script installed: Version 2.0.1
✅ Permissions correct: -rwxr-xr-x (no @ symbols)
✅ Extension Attribute runs successfully
✅ Company name: [Your Actual Company Name] (from Configuration Profile)

🎯 Enterprise Deployment

Jamf Pro Integration - Enhanced Extension Attribute with auto-version detection
Smart Group Compatibility - Flexible criteria work with all future v2.x versions
Configuration Profiles - Centralized management via Jamf Pro Application & Custom Settings
Production Verification - Built-in tools for deployment confidence

📖 Documentation

Complete guides available in the [docs/](https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/tree/main/docs) directory:

🆘 Support

Issues: [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/issues)
Discussions: [GitHub Discussions](https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/discussions)
Production Support: Use tools/verify_monitoring.sh for immediate diagnostics

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05 Aug 14:52

MacJediWizard

v2.0.0

2c7ce4c

Jamf Connect Monitor v2.0.0

🚀 Jamf Connect Monitor v2.0.0 - FINAL RELEASE

Configuration Profile Management & Real-time Monitoring

✅ FIXED: Package creation now works correctly (resolves issue from previous v2.0.0)
✅ Resolved: Extension Attribute and Uninstall scripts now have correct executable permissions after installation

🆕 Major Features

Configuration Profile Support - Centralized webhook/email management via Jamf Pro
Real-time Monitoring - Immediate violation detection capabilities
Enhanced Notifications - Professional security report templates
JSON Schema Integration - Easy Application & Custom Settings deployment
Advanced Jamf Pro Integration - Enhanced Extension Attributes and Smart Groups

📦 Release Assets

JamfConnectMonitor-2.0.0.pkg (28K) - Ready for Jamf Pro deployment
jamf_connect_monitor_schema.json - Configuration Profile JSON Schema
JamfConnectMonitor-2.0.0.pkg.sha256 - Package integrity verification

🚀 Ready for Production Deployment

Complete documentation available in docs/ directory.

Enterprise-grade security monitoring with Configuration Profile management!

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14 Jul 05:39

MacJediWizard

v1.0.2

ebb6c7a

Jamf Connect Monitor v1.0.2

🐛 Critical Bug Fixes Release

This release addresses several critical issues discovered during production testing, ensuring seamless deployment and operation across all environments.

🔧 What's Fixed

LaunchDaemon Integration

Fixed: LaunchDaemon filename mismatch causing installation failures
Changed: com.company.jamfconnectmonitor.plist → com.macjediwizard.jamfconnectmonitor.plist
Impact: Eliminates PKInstaller error code 112 during package installation

Extension Attribute Reliability

Fixed: EA script permissions (now executable by default)
Fixed: Jamf Connect elevation detection for nested configuration values
Fixed: Daemon status detection using correct identifier
Fixed: Boolean comparison logic for elevation status
Impact: Extension Attribute works immediately without manual intervention

Production Environment Compatibility

Enhanced: Real-world Jamf Connect configuration detection
Tested: Full compatibility with Okta integration and admin elevation
Verified: Works with TemporaryUserPermissions nested configurations

✅ Testing Verification

Comprehensive testing completed on:

✅ Package installation and deployment
✅ LaunchDaemon automatic execution
✅ Extension Attribute functionality
✅ Real Jamf Connect elevation scenarios
✅ CLI command interface
✅ Automated violation detection
✅ Complete uninstall process

📦 Installation

Manual Installation

curl -LO https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/releases/download/v1.0.2/JamfConnectMonitor-1.0.2.pkg
sudo installer -pkg JamfConnectMonitor-1.0.2.pkg -target /

Jamf Pro Deployment

Upload JamfConnectMonitor-1.0.2.pkg to Jamf Pro
Create Extension Attribute using provided script
Deploy via policy (see deployment instructions)

🎯 Key Features

Real-time Monitoring: Continuous Jamf Connect elevation event detection
Automated Remediation: Instant removal of unauthorized admin accounts
Jamf Pro Integration: Complete Extension Attribute and Smart Group support
Comprehensive Logging: Detailed audit trails for compliance
Zero Touch Deployment: Silent installation with automatic configuration

📋 Package Contents

Main Package: JamfConnectMonitor-1.0.2.pkg (20KB)
Verification: JamfConnectMonitor-1.0.2.pkg.sha256
Deployment Guide: Jamf_Pro_Deployment_Instructions.txt
Uninstaller: uninstall_script.sh

🔍 System Requirements

macOS 10.14 (Mojave) or later
Jamf Connect 2.33.0+ with privilege elevation enabled
Jamf Pro 10.27+ (recommended for full integration)

📖 Documentation

🚨 Upgrade Notice

v1.0.1 users should upgrade immediately - this release fixes critical installation issues that prevent proper deployment.

💬 Support

Issues: [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/issues)
Documentation: [Complete guides](https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/tree/main/docs)

Created with ❤️ for the macOS Administrator Community

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11 Jul 13:49

MacJediWizard

v1.0.1

62d48f0

Jamf Connect Monitor v1.0.1 - Documentation & Package Fixes

GitHub Release v1.0.1 - Complete Information

🏷️ RELEASE CONFIGURATION

Tag version: v1.0.1
Release title: Jamf Connect Monitor v1.0.1 - Documentation & Package Fixes
Target: main branch
Release type: ✅ Latest release (not pre-release)

📝 RELEASE DESCRIPTION

# 🚀 Jamf Connect Monitor v1.0.1 - Documentation & Package Fixes

**A comprehensive monitoring and automated remediation system for Jamf Connect privilege elevation events with enhanced documentation and improved package creation.**

## ✨ **What's New in v1.0.1**

### 📚 **Major Documentation Improvements**
- **NEW: CLI Reference Guide** - Complete command-line interface documentation
- **NEW: Installation Guide** - Comprehensive installation instructions for all deployment methods
- **NEW: Jamf Pro Deployment Guide** - Detailed Jamf Pro integration and deployment procedures
- **Enhanced README** with corrected documentation links and improved structure
- **Complete documentation suite** with consistent MacJediWizard branding

### 🔧 **Bug Fixes & Improvements**
- **Fixed package creation script** path resolution for Extension Attribute inclusion
- **Improved package reliability** with better error handling and component verification
- **Enhanced file structure** with proper build artifact exclusion
- **Corrected terminology** (renamed "API Reference" to "CLI Reference" for accuracy)

### 🎯 **Package Improvements**
- **Verified 20KB package** with all components properly included
- **Enhanced package creation** with robust path fallback logic
- **Improved build process** with better component verification
- **Updated package version** to 1.0.1 with proper versioning

## 📦 **Installation Methods**

### **Option 1: Jamf Pro Deployment (Recommended)**
1. Download `JamfConnectMonitor-1.0.1.pkg`
2. Upload to Jamf Pro
3. Create Extension Attribute using provided script
4. Deploy via policy with optional configuration parameters

### **Option 2: Manual Installation**
```bash
# Download and install
curl -LO https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/releases/download/v1.0.1/JamfConnectMonitor-1.0.1.pkg
sudo installer -pkg JamfConnectMonitor-1.0.1.pkg -target /

# Verify installation
sudo jamf_connect_monitor.sh status

Option 3: One-Click Deployment

# Download deployment script
curl -LO https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/releases/download/v1.0.1/deployment_script.sh
sudo chmod +x deployment_script.sh
sudo ./deployment_script.sh interactive

📋 System Requirements

macOS: 10.14 (Mojave) or later
Jamf Connect: 2.33.0 or later with privilege elevation enabled
Jamf Pro: 10.27 or later (recommended for full integration)
Admin Access: Required for installation

🔧 Configuration Options

Jamf Pro Policy Parameters

Parameter 4: Slack/Teams webhook URL for notifications
Parameter 5: Email recipient for violation alerts
Parameter 6: Monitoring interval in seconds (default: 300)
Parameter 7: Company name for branding customization

Command Line Management

# Check current status
sudo jamf_connect_monitor.sh status

# Manage approved administrators
sudo jamf_connect_monitor.sh add-admin username
sudo jamf_connect_monitor.sh remove-admin username

# Force immediate violation check
sudo jamf_connect_monitor.sh force-check

📊 What Gets Monitored

✅ Jamf Connect Elevation Events - Real-time detection of privilege elevations
✅ Admin Group Changes - Monitors additions to local admin group
✅ Unauthorized Users - Detects users not on approved whitelist
✅ System Integrity - Ensures monitoring service health and configuration

🚨 Violation Response Workflow

When unauthorized admin accounts are detected:

🔍 Detection - Real-time identification using macOS unified logging
📝 Logging - Detailed violation report with timestamps and system context
📢 Notification - Immediate alerts via configured channels (Slack/Email)
🔒 Remediation - Automatic removal of unauthorized admin privileges
📊 Reporting - Updates Jamf Pro Extension Attribute for visibility

🗑️ Complete Uninstallation

Download standalone uninstaller:

curl -LO https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/releases/download/v1.0.1/uninstall_script.sh
sudo chmod +x uninstall_script.sh

# Interactive uninstall with confirmation
sudo ./uninstall_script.sh

# Silent uninstall for automation
sudo ./uninstall_script.sh --force

# Use included uninstaller (after installation)
sudo /usr/local/share/jamf_connect_monitor/uninstall_script.sh

Features:

Complete component removal with verification
Log archival and preservation for audit compliance
Configuration backup before removal
Jamf Pro inventory integration

📚 Documentation

Complete Documentation Suite:

[CLI Reference](https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/blob/main/docs/cli-reference.md) - Command-line interface and operations
[Installation Guide](https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/blob/main/docs/installation-guide.md) - Complete installation procedures
[Jamf Pro Deployment](https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/blob/main/docs/jamf-pro-deployment.md) - Enterprise deployment guide
[Configuration Options](https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/blob/main/docs/configuration.md) - System configuration reference
[Troubleshooting Guide](https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/blob/main/docs/troubleshooting.md) - Problem resolution procedures
[Uninstall Guide](https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor/blob/main/docs/uninstall-guide.md) - Complete removal procedures

🔐 Security Features

🛡️ Real-time Protection - Continuous monitoring with immediate response
📋 Complete Audit Trail - Comprehensive logging for compliance requirements
🔐 Secure Configuration - Protected settings with proper file permissions
✅ Tamper Resistance - Root-only operation with validation checks
🎯 Precision Targeting - Configurable whitelist prevents false positives

⚡ Quick Start

Deploy - Upload package to Jamf Pro and create deployment policy
Configure - Set webhook/email parameters for notifications (optional)
Monitor - Check Extension Attribute "Admin Account Violations" for status
Respond - Create Smart Groups for automated violation response
Maintain - Review logs and update approved admin lists as staff changes

📈 Performance

Resource Usage - Minimal system impact (<1% CPU, ~10MB RAM)
Scalability - Tested with enterprise fleets of 500+ devices
Reliability - Zero-downtime operation with automatic error recovery
Efficiency - Optimized monitoring intervals prevent system overload

🆕 Changes from v1.0.0

Added

Complete CLI reference documentation
Detailed installation guide for all deployment methods
Comprehensive Jamf Pro deployment procedures
Enhanced package creation with improved reliability
Better error handling and component verification

Fixed

Package creation script path resolution for Extension Attribute
README documentation links now point to correct files
Inconsistent terminology (API → CLI reference)
Missing MacJediWizard branding in documentation

Improved

Build process reliability and component inclusion
Documentation structure and organization
File structure with proper artifact exclusion
Professional presentation and consistency

🛠️ For Developers

Contributing

Fork the repository and create feature branches
Follow the established code style and documentation standards
Add tests for new functionality
Submit pull requests with clear descriptions

Building from Source

git clone https://github.com/MacJediWizard/jamf-connect-monitor.git
cd jamf-connect-monitor/scripts
sudo ./package_creation_script.sh build

🙏 Acknowledgments

Jamf Community for Extension Attribute patterns and deployment best practices
Apple System Administrators for unified logging insights and security guidance
Open Source Contributors for testing, feedback, and improvement suggestions during development

🏷️ Version: 1.0.1
📅 Release Date: July 11, 2025
👨‍💻 Author: MacJediWizard
📄 License: MIT License

Made with ❤️ for the macOS Administrator community


## 📁 **RELEASE ASSETS TO UPLOAD**

### **Required Files:**
1. **`JamfConnectMonitor-1.0.1.pkg`** (20KB)
   - Source: `scripts/output/JamfConnectMonitor-1.0.1.pkg`
   - Description: "Main installation package with complete monitoring system"

2. **`JamfConnectMonitor-1.0.1.pkg.sha256`**
   - Source: `scripts/output/JamfConnectMonitor-1.0.1.pkg.sha256`
   - Description: "Package verification checksum"

3. **`Jamf_Pro_Deployment_Instructions.txt`**
   - Source: `scripts/output/Jamf_Pro_Deployment_Instructions.txt`
   - Description: "Complete Jamf Pro setup and deployment guide"

4. **`uninstall_script.sh`**
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Releases: MacJediWizard/Jamf-Connect-Monitor