IGEL OS 10.05.700 IGEL OS Articles Security Securing IGEL OS Endpoints Minimizing the Attack Surface Current: Disabling the PC/SC Daemon PDF Download PDF Download page Disabling the PC/SC Daemon. Current page All pages Disabling the PC/SC Daemon RationaleUnless you are running smartcard readers that use it, you can disable the PC/SC daemon. Running fewer daemons reduces the attack surface.InstructionsBy default, the PC/SC daemon is activated. Follow these steps to deactivate it.In the IGEL Setup go to Security > Smartcard > PC/SCUncheck Activate PC/SC Daemon (default: Activated).Click Apply. Do not disable the PC/SC daemon if you use smartcard readers that rely on it. ×