
Objective See Commandline Utilities 1.5.0 for Mac
Mac UtilitiesActivity Monitor tells you what is running, but not when it started, what launched it, or which files it touched. The command line utilities from Objective See were made for those questions. They watch process launches and exits, track file creation and changes, and log DNS requests and replies, all from Terminal. They are aimed at security research and malware analysis, yet they are equally handy when a Mac behaves oddly.
Key Features
- Process monitoring that records program launches and exits with detailed context
- File monitoring that logs creation, modification and deletion events as they happen
- DNS monitoring that shows which processes are making network name requests
- Built on modern Apple frameworks such as Endpoint Security for reliable event capture
- Free tools from Objective See, a well known source of Mac security software
How to Download
- Use the download button on this page, or Download from the official site to get the utilities.
- Unpack the download and read the usage notes for the specific tool you want.
- Run the tool from Terminal, noting that some monitors must be run with administrator rights.
System Requirements
These utilities support macOS 10.15 and newer. Some tools need to run as root in Terminal, and macOS may ask you to grant permissions before monitoring begins.
FAQs
Are these tools apps with a window?
Mostly no. They are command line utilities run from Terminal, even when they are packaged inside an app bundle to satisfy Apple signing rules.
Who are these utilities for?
Security researchers, IT staff and curious advanced users who want a detailed record of process, file and DNS activity on a Mac.
Do the utilities cost anything?
No. Objective See provides its tools free of charge, supported by its community and patrons.








