KnockKnock

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  "desc": "Tool to show what is persistently installed on the computer",
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  "display_name": "KnockKnock",
  "enrichment_fetched_at": "2026-06-20T22:45:37+00:00",
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  "one_liner": "Displays all persistent software, startup items, and kernel extensions installed on your Mac.",
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  "version": "4.0.3",
  "why_use_this": "KnockKnock reveals hidden or suspicious software that auto-starts with your system\u2014useful for security audits or malware detection. It\u0027s free and from Objective-See, a trusted macOS security researcher, giving you clear visibility into what\u0027s running before you run it."
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