According to this story on CNN, the new macOS has a flaw that allows someone to gain administrator access to your computer WITHOUT a password!
I don't know about you but I can't leave my computer unlocked in front of family, coworkers or friends without being screwed with, so this is NOT good!
An Apple representative said that they are "working on a software update to address this issue. In the meantime, setting a root password prevents unauthorized access to your Mac,"
Here is the direct link to directions on how to prevent!
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