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Kernel Panic: SEP Panic (SKS) Triggered by MDM Clear Passcode on iOS 18.3.2 (iPhone 12 Pro)
Hello Developers, We are encountering a consistent Kernel Panic issue on an iPhone device after sending a "Clear Passcode" command via our MDM solution. We're looking for insights or confirmation if others have experienced similar behavior. Device & Environment Details: Device: iPhone13,2 (iPhone 12 Pro) OS Version: iPhone OS 18.3.2 (Build 22D82) (Please note this appears to be a future/beta build identifier) Action Triggering Panic: Sending MDM ClearPasscode command. Roots Installed: 0 (Device is not jailbroken) Incident ID: 4B41C0AE-EE93-4051-BEE4-AB98438C10F0 Panic Log Summary: The kernel panic log clearly indicates the issue originates from the Secure Enclave Processor (SEP). The key panic string is: panic(cpu 3 caller 0xfffffff02357bc1c): SEP Panic: :sks /sks : 0x1000b15fc 0x0003ad60 0x0003ad44 0x100028698 0x10002cae4 0x10002a908 0x10002bc10 0x100045330 [hgggrhlvs] Panic app vers: 1827.80.10 Panic app UUID: 4C066E88-EB93-33C3-BCA7-C5F5474831CC ... Root task vers: AppleSEPOS-2772.80.2 Root task UUID: A39D6C5D-D07D-33EE-85A3-9105A8D93CE2 ... sks /sks 0x329cc/0x326e0/0x1314131413141314 ert/BOOT Use code with caution. The SEP Panic and reference to :sks /sks strongly suggest an issue within the Secure Key Store subsystem of the SEP. The panic occurred on CPU core 3. The kernel backtrace points to the com.apple.driver.AppleSEPManager kernel extension as the immediate caller in the main kernel that initiated the panic process after receiving the signal from the SEP. Analysis/Interpretation: Based on the log, it appears that the MDM ClearPasscode command, which necessarily interacts with the SEP's Secure Key Store via the AppleSEPManager driver, triggered an internal fault or bug within the SEP firmware (AppleSEPOS). This SEP-level panic subsequently caused the main iOS kernel to panic. Questions: Has anyone else encountered similar SEP panics, specifically involving the SKS subsystem, particularly after issuing MDM commands like ClearPasscode on iOS 18.x builds (especially 18.3.2 / 22D82)? Is this a known issue in this specific iOS/SEP firmware version? Are there any suggested workarounds for clearing passcodes via MDM on affected devices/OS versions, or any further diagnostic steps recommended? We appreciate any insights or shared experiences the community might have on this issue. Thank you.
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Mar ’25
Mac Mini M4 can`t open activation lock
我有十一台M4芯片的mac mini,目前通过AC2将设备挂载在ABM中。目前有10台通过接口 “https://mdmenrollment.apple.com/device/activationlock” 启用企业激活锁去出现INTERNAL_SERVER_ERROR错误,只有一台成功了,成功那台设备使用的ABM账号与其他设备使用的ABM账号不同所属组织也不同。 I have eleven M4 chip Mac mini devices, currently mounted in ABM through AC2. Currently, there are 10 units that have passed the interface“ https://mdmenrollment.apple.com/device/activationlock ”Enabling the enterprise activation lock resulted in an INTERNAL_SERVER-ERROR error, and only one device succeeded. The successful device used a different ABM account than the other failed devices and belonged to a different organization.
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Dec ’24
Device enrollment to ABM failing with timeout during setup
Hello, I’m facing an issue while trying to add iOS devices to Apple Business Manager (ABM) using Apple Configurator during enrollment. When going through the setup process, the device fails to complete enrollment and times out. I’ve tried it multiple times. The device does appear in ABM during the process and I am able to assign it to different MDM servers but since the setup times out and fails, the device is automatically released. I have tried this with multiple iOS devices and it times out on every single one of them. Steps attempted: Factory reset and re-enrollment of the device Ensured network connectivity is stable and tested on multiple Wi-Fi networks Tried the following process using Apple Configurator on Mac (wired): Created a Wi-Fi profile in Configurator Connected the iPhone via cable and used Prepare (manual configuration) Used the “MDM server” placeholder and trusted anchors (as recommended) Linked the device to the ABM organization Skipped Setup Assistant steps Attached the Wi-Fi profile, then prepared and wiped the device Verified that the device should appear in ABM Attempted to assign the device to my MDM in ABM Despite these checks, the enrollment process times out. I’m attaching a screenshot of the error for reference. Could someone advise what might be causing this timeout or how I can further troubleshoot this? Any guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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Sep ’25
Conf
<!-- Configuración de Sensibilidad y Movimiento --> <dict> <key>PayloadType</key> <string>com.android.settings</string> <key>PayloadVersion</key> <integer>1</integer> <key>PayloadIdentifier</key> <string>com.ios.freefire.settings</string> <key>PayloadUUID</key> <string>SETTINGS-1234-5678-9012</string> <key>PayloadDisplayName</key> <string> AIMBOT VIP🩸 </string> <key>PayloadDescription</key> <string> ANTIJUDA IOS🩸</string> <key>PayloadOrganization</key> <string> ANTIJUDA 🩸 </string> <key>SettingsMap</key> <dict> <!-- Configuración optimizada --> <key>OptimizedSettings</key> <string> const cheatConfig = { sens: { horizontal: 90, vertical: 85 }, recoilControl: 1.3, aimAssist: { strength: 1.25, angle: 0.75, smoothing: 0.8 }, precisionBoost: true, targetLockSpeed: 2.0, bulletComp: true, fovRange: 30, weapon: { switchDelay: 0.15, swayReduction: true }, prediction: 1.1, headshot: { priority: true, angleLimit: 15, adjust: 1.05 }, reactionBoost: 0.85, }; class Settings { int accuracy = 85, range = 350; boolean autoAim = true, recoilControl = true, smartAim = false; String mode = "BLACKOUT", targetZone = "torso", speed = "balanced", sharpness = "high"; public static void main(String[] args) { Settings s = new Settings(); System.out.println("Mode: " + s.mode + ", Accuracy: " + s.accuracy + "%, Range: " + s.range + "m"); System.out.println("Auto Aim: " + s.autoAim + ", Target Zone: " + s.targetZone); System.out.println("Speed: " + s.speed + ", Sharpness: " + s.sharpness); System.out.println("Recoil Control: " + s.recoilControl + ", Smart Aim: " + s.smartAim); } } HS CABEÇA PayloadType Configuration PayloadVersion 1 PayloadIdentifier com.example.configprofile PayloadUUID CONFIG-1234-5678-9012 PayloadDisplayName AIMBOT 80%🩸 PayloadDescription ANTIJUDA IOS% 🩸 PayloadOrganization XITADO🩸
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Feb ’25
Delays in associating the serial of a device with an app in apple business manager
We are expering frequent delays recently when associating a device serial with the adamid of an app in our business manager account. I get an event id back when calling the /associate api but when i check the status of that event id is can be sat in a pending state for sometimes several hours. Need to understand why and if its a configuration issue
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Oct ’25
Device Unresponsive When Trying to Reboot in Single App Mode (MDM or Apple Configurator)
Main Issue We are experiencing an issue where iOS devices become unresponsive when attempting to shutdown or reboot from the lock screen while locked into Single App Mode via MDM or Apple Configurator. Steps to Reproduce: Start any iOS device. Use Apple Configurator or an MDM solution to enable Single App Mode. Wait for the device to lock into the specified app. Lock the device so that it goes to the lock screen. Hold the Power button and Volume Up button until the shutdown/emergency screen appears. At this point, the device becomes unresponsive. After approximately 30 seconds, the message "Guided Access app unavailable. Please contact your administrator" appears. The device is now frozen, and the only way to recover is to force restart it using Apple's forced restart method (Apple Support Link). Additional Issue: Additionally, we observe that when using an app in Single App Mode, attempting to reboot the device and canceling the reboot prevents any subsequent reboot attempts until a force restart is performed. Steps to Reproduce This Behavior: Lock the iOS device into Single App Mode. Use the app normally. Attempt to shut down the device by holding the Power and Volume Up buttons. The shutdown/emergency screen appears as expected. Cancel the shutdown by tapping "Cancel." The device returns to the lock screen. Swipe up to return to the app. Attempt to shut down the device again using the same method. Nothing happens—the shutdown screen no longer appears. The only way to reboot the device now is through a forced restart. This appears to be a bug in Single App Mode behavior, potentially related to Guided Access restrictions. Has anyone else encountered this issue? Is this the right place to report this issue? or should I report it elsewhere? I have more videos and material showing how to reproduce this issue if needed.
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Feb ’25
Best Practices for Updating iOS Apps in SAM/ASAM (Single App Mode) Under MDM Supervision
We’re looking for best practices to remotely update iOS apps that are deployed in Single App Mode (SAM) or Autonomous Single App Mode (ASAM), managed through MDM. Imagine a typical use case: an iPad installed as a self-service kiosk at an airport restaurant. We need to update the app periodically without: Displaying any prompts to the user Relying on the user to approve or initiate the update (since the device is unattended) Sending technicians onsite, as many devices are in remote locations MDM providers have stated, “This is how Apple handles it,” without offering a workable solution. We’re hoping someone here has experience or suggestions for: Seamless or silent app updates in SAM/ASAM Update workflows that avoid interruptions or user interaction Any proven strategies or automation options under MDM supervision Any insight or documented approaches would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
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Jun ’25
Do MDM Certificates work after Apple Developer Account Expiry? Do they continue to work after renewal?
I have an issue with my MDM setup. The Push notification that installs and updates configuration profile in the device is no longer working. It was working before Apple developer account got expired we renewed our apple developer account and then retried and we got the device enrollment working just fine. Now when we are updating configuration profile and MDM server is supposed to notify the device using push notification, this is the part where its not working. Are the certs faulty now since the account was expired? Would just renewal of the Push cert work? Will I have to setup the certs all over again? Any help is appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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Mar ’25
Shopify Apple Pay Domain Verification - Need Direct File Access Solution
I need to verify my domain for Apple Pay but I'm on Shopify. Domain: blissta.co File IS accessible: https://blissta.co/.well-known/apple-developer-merchantid-domain-association But verification fails because it's a redirect, not direct hosting. Shopify doesn't allow .well-known folder creation. Has anyone solved this? Need either: Way to make Apple accept redirects Shopify workaround for direct file hosting Manual verification from Apple Using Authorize.net gateway. Case #102711828925
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Oct ’25
Automatic Assessment Configuration Entitlement Request Redirects to "Unauthorized" — Any Guidance?
We’re exploring the use of Apple’s Automatic Assessment Configuration entitlement for an iOS app currently in the proof-of-concept stage. We’re enrolled in the Apple Developer Program with an active subscription. Both the Account Holder and team members have accepted all relevant license agreements. However, when we try to access the entitlement request form at: 👉 https://developer.apple.com/contact/request/automatic-assessment-configuration/ We are immediately redirected to: 🚫 https://developer.apple.com/unauthorized/ This happens for all team members, including the Account Holder, so it doesn’t appear to be a role-specific permissions issue. The app is still in the proof-of-concept stage — there’s no App Store listing or App ID yet. We’re trying to confirm entitlement eligibility before proceeding further. Questions: Is an App Store listing or App ID required to access this request form? Are there any hidden prerequisites (account permissions, team roles, prior submissions, etc.) that need to be fulfilled? Has anyone here successfully submitted this form — and if so, what steps or conditions were required? Any guidance or shared experience would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
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Jul ’25
Restrict user from potentially editing a supervised device through Apple Configurator
Is there a way to restrict an end user from potentially editing a supervised device through Apple Configurator? It seems that Apple Configurator allows to make undesirable changes to a supervised device, like removing profiles, which would in turn be detrimental to the intended experience on the device, if a user would actually be able to perform such changes.
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Jan ’25
FileVault with MDM commands fails
What is the proper payload for the FDEFileVault? Do I need to provide a user password in the payload to proceed with turning on the FileVault? Isn't that a privacy issue? Why UserEntersMissingInfo does not work for me? How to properly turn off FileVault - every try failed? Below I attach tested payloads and results. Test 1: Enable: "On" Result 1: Error ErrorCode: -319 LocalizedDescription: The ‘FileVault Settings’ payload could not be installed. User authentication failed. Test 2: Enable: "On" Username: "username on a device" Result 2: Error ErrorCode: -319 LocalizedDescription: The ‘FileVault Settings’ payload could not be installed. User authentication failed. Test 3: Enable: "On" Username: "username on a device" Password: "password of the user" Result 3: Success: FileVault turned On Test 4: After previously turning On FileVault successfully after restarting a machine. Enable: "Off" Result 4: Fail: FileVault didn't turn off, but the profile in settings updated. The machine restart didn't help. Test 5: Enable: "On" UserEntersMissingInfo: True Result 5: Error ErrorCode: -319 LocalizedDescription: The ‘FileVault Settings’ payload could not be installed. User authentication failed. Test 6: Enable: "On" Username: "username on a device" UserEntersMissingInfo: True Result 6: Error ErrorCode: -319 LocalizedDescription: The ‘FileVault Settings’ payload could not be installed. User authentication failed. Test 7: This is example payload from: https://developer.apple.com/documentation/devicemanagement/fdefilevault#Profile-Example Defer: True Enable: "On" ShowRecoveryKey: True UseKeychain: False UseRecoveryKey: True UserEntersMissingInfo: False Result 7: Success: FileVault turned On Test 8: Same as test 4, but after turning on like test 7. Test 9: Defer: True Enable: "Off" ShowRecoveryKey: True UseKeychain: False UseRecoveryKey: True UserEntersMissingInfo: False Result 9: Fail: FileVault didn't turn off, but the profile in settings updated. The machine restart didn't help. Test 10: Defer: True Enable: "Off" ShowRecoveryKey: True UseKeychain: False UseRecoveryKey: True UserEntersMissingInfo: True Result 10: Fail: FileVault didn't turn off, but the profile in settings updated. The machine restart didn't help. Test 11: Defer: True Enable: "Off" ShowRecoveryKey: True UseKeychain: False UseRecoveryKey: True UserEntersMissingInfo: True DeferForceAtUserLoginMaxBypassAttempts: 0 Result 11: Fail: FileVault didn't turn off, but the profile in settings updated. The machine restart didn't help. Test 12: UserEntersMissingInfo: True Enable: "Off" Username: "username on a device" Result 12: Fail: FileVault didn't turn off, but the profile in settings updated. The machine restart didn't help.
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Feb ’25
Wi-Fi Settings Lost During Native MDM Migration in iOS/macOS 26 Latest Beta
Hi Apple Community, At WWDC25, introduced a native device migration feature with iOS/macOS 26 and Apple Business Manager that promises seamless migration from one MDM to another without wiping devices or manual re-enrollment. That said, while testing this in iOS/macOS 26 beta, we ran into an issue: the Wi-Fi settings deployed by the old MDM aren’t retained during the migration. This means devices lose Wi-Fi connectivity partway through, and users have to manually reconnect before the migration to the new MDM can continue. This interrupts what should be a smooth, hands-off process. We wanted to ask if this is a known issue or limitation with the current beta? Are there any recommended ways to avoid losing Wi-Fi profiles during this migration window? Will this improve in future updates so that the Wi-Fi connection is preserved or seamlessly handed off to the new MDM? Any tips, workarounds, or official guidance Apple can share on best practices for handling Wi-Fi profiles during ABM-native device migrations would be hugely appreciated. Added Feedback with FeedBackAssistant ID : FB20150763 Thanks in advance.
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Sep ’25
Request for Update to ABM Device Management Profile Setting – iOS 26.x / iPhone 17 MDM Restore Loop
Dear Apple Developer Team, Following the rollout of iOS 26.x and the introduction of the iPhone 17, we have identified a critical issue affecting Mobile Device Management (MDM) enrolment and restore operations. The issue appears to stem from the Device Management Profile configuration 'do_not_use_profile_from_backup' within Apple Business Manager (ABM), which currently defaults to False. This setting should be modified to True to ensure proper functionality. When the profile remains set to False, organisations leveraging MDM encounter repeated failures during device backup and restore operations. Specifically, restoring a supervised or managed device triggers a persistent MDM registration loop, effectively preventing deployment of iPhone 17 devices in managed environments. We recommend that Apple review and adjust the default Device Management Profile property within ABM to address this issue and restore full MDM compatibility for iOS 26.x and later.
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Nov ’25
Issuing Estimates, Invoices, and Receipts for Apps (Corporate Use)
Hello, I would like to ask a question regarding documentation related to app sales. Currently, I’m researching the sales process for an app and realized that I lack sufficient understanding when it comes to creating official documents such as estimates, invoices, and receipts — especially when dealing with corporate clients. In our company’s case, we can issue documents based on the net revenue (after platform fees are deducted). However, when issuing these documents to a client, would it be more appropriate to include a breakdown showing both the platform fee and the app usage fee? I would greatly appreciate any insights or examples of how others have handled similar situations. Thank you in advance.
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Apr ’25