Released on December 5, 2017, this specific build was designed to provide critical maintenance and security updates for those running macOS 10.12 Sierra and earlier versions. Key Features of Build 4724
While major feature overhauls are usually reserved for whole-number releases, version 3.7.2 focused on hardening the firewall's defenses and refining its stability:
: Decide which applications can talk to specific servers, rather than just blocking an app entirely.
: Like most versions, this build supports a demo mode that allows full functionality for three hours at a time, making it accessible for troubleshooting older machines. Is it Time to Upgrade? Release Notes – Little Snitch 3 - Objective Development
: This update significantly improved protection against simulated mouse clicks and key strokes, preventing malicious software from trying to "click" the "Allow" button on your behalf.
: Build 4724 included various under-the-hood improvements to ensure the network filter remained reliable without causing system hangs or kernel panics.
For collectors or those maintaining older Mac hardware, Little Snitch 3 provides a level of control that modern macOS "Gatekeeper" functions don't always replicate. It allows you to: