Snatch Protection with AirWatch
Endpoint Security
Built a macOS anti-snatch utility that monitors Wi-Fi state in real time and triggers protective action when a stolen unlocked device is taken out of range.
Core Skills
Endpoint Security
macOS
Device Protection
Incident Response
Security Automation
Open Source
License
GPLv2
Platform
macOS
Focus
Device Protection, Endpoint Automation
Availability
Free and open source
AirWatch was designed around a simple but realistic threat: an attacker grabbing an already-unlocked laptop and moving it out of range to bypass the user’s presence. The application monitors Wi-Fi state from the menu bar and reacts when the device leaves its known network conditions.
When the connection state indicates a likely snatch event, AirWatch triggers a device reboot to reduce the window for unauthorized access. It is a focused example of applying endpoint engineering to physical-world security risks.
Open-Source Project
AirWatch is open source and open to improvement through community contributions. It demonstrates practical endpoint thinking, rapid-response automation, and a bias toward building lightweight tools that solve specific high-value problems.
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