Is direct access to the Kernel allowed?

Is direct access to the Kernel and manipulation of the Hardware and Software allowed?

The question is for private use and personalization, as a custom modification. Nothing will be public.

The project is not just about an application, it is about complete control of the device.


P.S This website is in desperate need of an upgrade. Look at how I hacked the views. Tell me if you need to know how, only if you're certified.

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On the Mac, yes, but you do have to disable System Integrity Protection.

On iOS-based platforms, no.

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Apple Developer Relations, Developer Technical Support, Core OS/Hardware

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On the Mac, yes, but you do have to disable System Integrity Protection.

On iOS-based platforms, no.

Share and Enjoy

Quinn “The Eskimo!”
Apple Developer Relations, Developer Technical Support, Core OS/Hardware

let myEmail = "eskimo" + "1" + "@apple.com"