Big Sur 11.2.2 (20d80) - Macos

Approximately 2–3 GB, depending on the specific Mac model.

MacBook Pro (2019 or later) and MacBook Air (2020 or later). macOS Big Sur 11.2.2 (20D80)

System slow after MacOS 11.2.2 update - Apple Support Communities Approximately 2–3 GB, depending on the specific Mac model

Released on February 25, 2021, was a critical, highly focused update designed to protect Mac hardware from a physical "bricking" threat. ⚡ The "Bricking" Prevention ⚡ The "Bricking" Prevention While the update fixed

While the update fixed the "bricking" bug, some community members reported standard post-update hurdles:

Unlike most Big Sur releases, version 11.2.2 was unusual because it contained (publicly listed security vulnerabilities). It was almost exclusively a hardware-safety patch.

💡 If you are still running Big Sur on a machine that supports newer software, consider upgrading to a later version like macOS Monterey or Ventura to ensure you have the latest security protections. If you'd like, I can help you: Check if your Mac supports a newer version of macOS. Find troubleshooting steps for a specific Big Sur error. Identify safe USB-C docks that won't risk your hardware.