Approving Kernel Extensions Using a Configuration Profile

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  1. In Jamf Pro, click Computers in the sidebar.
  2. Click Configuration profiles in the sidebar.
  3. Click New.
  4. Use the General payload to configure basic settings for the profile, including the level at which to apply the profile and the distribution method.
  5. Select the Approved Kernel Extensions payload, click Configure, and do the following:
    1. (Optional) Choose whether or not users are allowed to approve legacy kernel extensions using the following options:
      • To allow users to approve without specific approval from Jamf Pro, enable the Allow users to approve kernel extensions option.
      • If standard users should be allowed to approve kernel extensions, also enable the Allow standard users to approve legacy kernel extensions (macOS 11 or later) option.
    2. Enter a Display Name and Team ID for the developer in the Approved Team IDs and Kernel Extensions settings. These values allow the kernel extensions to load on the computer.
    3. (Optional) To approve specific kernel extensions from the specified developer, click Add in the Approved Kernel Extensions settings, and then enter a Display Name and Kernel Extension Bundle ID.
    4. Click the Scope tab and configure the scope of the profile.
    5. Click Save.