IGEL OS 11.09.210 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.InstructionsTo deactivate the PC/SC daemon:In the IGEL Setup go to Security > Smartcard > Services.Deactivate Activate PC/SC Daemon.Click Apply. ×