February 11, 2025
Overview
In this release, we’ve continued integrating the new learner web application into our Secure Browser, with the following additional improvements made:
- New Security Mode information page
- Blocking forbidden processes during exams
- Blocking MacOS-specific processes
What’s new
Implementation of Security mode page
A new information page has been added to notify learners before the exam that it will be taken securely. This page informs them that certain applications will be automatically closed, and features such as hotkeys, along with the ability to close or minimize the application, will be restricted until the exam is completed.
Blocking forbidden processes during exams
In the high or medium security modes, Secure Browser automatically closes applications that could potentially be used for cheating, such as messengers, screen sharing apps, video conferencing tools, and more. The system includes a default list of forbidden processes, but the exam organizer can add other applications as needed.
Applications are closed automatically before the learner reaches the exam page. During the exam, the system continuously checks for any running applications against the forbidden list and blocks any detected processes.
Blocking MacOS-specific processes
MacOS has specific processes responsible for capturing and broadcasting the screen. These processes have certain characteristics and are restarted automatically. To ensure exam security, we’ve implemented a function to block these processes in the background, preventing learners' distractions and eliminating potential cheating methods.