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Microsoft Entra ID Single Sign-On is coming soon to macOS Ventura
The Windows maker announces a hardware-free way to access enterprise accounts securely on a Mac.
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Researcher reveals security hole in Mac App Management
Issue reported to Apple ten months ago, is still not fixed.
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Security firm shows how hackers can spoof Airplane Mode and take over an iPhone
Jamf researchers discover a way to hide in plain sight behind the Control Center toggle.
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Researcher slams Apple's 'poorly' made Mac malware-tracking tool
'Somewhat sophisticated' malware can reportedly bypass macOS's Background Task Manager.
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'Downfall' and Intel Macs: What you need to know about the flaw and fix
Years of Macs use affected processors, but it's unclear if they are subject to the attack or not.
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New malware can give a hacker control of your Mac
Hidden Virtual Network Computing malware is available for hire on the dark web.
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New 'ShadowVault' macOS malware steals passwords, crypto, credit card data
The latest Mac malware is available for rent on the dark web.
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Report details 'zero-click' iOS exploit that can infect an iPhone via iMessage
Spyware can remotely access iPhone data and transmit it online.
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macOS 'Migraine' flaw can bypass Apple's toughest security measures
Apple patched the vulnerability in Ventura, Monterey, and Big Sur on May 18.
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iOS 16.5 fixes a security hole that was supposedly addressed last year
ColdIntro and ColdInvite vulnerabilities are finally patched.
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Here's what Apple fixed in its first RSR update
Apple patched emergency WebKit zero-day flaws known to have been exploited.
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New AMOS Mac malware targets passwords, personal files, crypto wallets
Dubbed Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS), the malware also targets browsers and looks for user names, passwords, credit card numbers, cookies, and more information.
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Macs might no longer be safe from ransomware
Hackers looking for fresh targets are ramping up efforts to crack macOS, security researchers warn.
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Scary 'MacStealer' malware goes after iCloud Keychain
Security community is abuzz about Telegram-based intruder.
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Apple pushed out a stealthy security update to macOS this week
There's a new version of the XProtect antivirus utility. Here's how to get it on your Mac.
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Pirated copies of Final Cut Pro may infect your Mac with crypto-mining malware
Jamf Threat Labs on Thursday issued a report about a new malware threat on macOS that installs and runs crypto-mining software.
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Security researchers warn of a new Google malware scam that could infect your Mac
So-called 'malvertising' is the exact reason why Apple wants you to use its App Store.
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Apple's Mac security is sending used M1 MacBooks to the scrap heap
Apple's Activation Lock is causing headaches for third-party resellers who can't get into used MacBooks.
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Apple taps 'Ted Lasso' star in iPhone privacy push
New Today at Apple session, video spotlights Apple's security efforts on Data Privacy Day.
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Advanced Data Protection for iCloud is a good start, but Apple has more work to do
iOS 16.2 is bringing some excellent iCloud privacy features, but there are still some security holes to be filled.
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iPhone VPN apps are 'a scam,' security researcher warns–and Apple knows it
Michael Horowitz claims that VPNs on iOS aren't protecting your data like they claim and Apple has know for years.
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MIT researchers warn of 'PACMAN' M1 flaw that can't be patched
A new vulnerability is built into the chip but there's no way to know if the M2 fixes it yet.
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Scary bug could send malware to your iPhone even when it's turned off
Researchers find a way to install malware on a shut-down iPhone—and it can't be fixed with an iOS update.
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Flaw in Mac T2 chip means passwords can be cracked
Software company finds a way around the T2 chip's security defences – for shorter passwords at least.
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Security updates for Photoshop and Illustrator
Adobe has provided security updates for five programs. The updates eliminate 17 vulnerabilities, some are classified as critical.
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How to stop Siri listening to you
Apple can listen to conversations with Siri in order to improve accuracy. Here's how to stop it happening on your Apple devices.
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Do I need a VPN on my Mac/iPhone?
You can boost your security with a VPN or iCloud+ Private Relay – but what else can you do with a VPN on your Mac or iPhone?
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Apple ‘fixing’ Safari 15 bug that leaks browsing history
Salvation is in sight, following disclosure of a Safari bug so serious that we recommended use of an alternative browser.
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macOS Powerdir allowed access to user data – Fixed
Apple's indebted to Microsoft for warning it of a security flaw in macOS. The flaw was fixed in macOS 12.1 in December.
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LastPass 'resolves' security scare, assures passwords are safe
Some LastPass users are reporting suspicious login activity, and the company says it is investigating.
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Apple patches iCloud’s Log4Shell vulnerability
Apple has fixed the critical bug in the Log4j library on its iCloud servers.
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Apple patches Log4Shell iCloud vulnerability that set internet ‘on fire’
A vulnerability in a popular logging app could allow hackers to install malware on remote servers.
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Apple sues NSO Group over Pegasus spyware
Apple has filed a lawsuit against the Israeli company NSO Group "to prevent further abuse and harm to its users".
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Apple to warn users of state-sponsored attacks such as Pegasus
Apple has revealed that it will warn users of state-sponsored espionage attacks like Pegasus via an email or text message.
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Mac vulnerability used to target Hong Kong web users
Google researchers say attack on visitors to a pro-democracy website was "likely state backed".
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Warning: Lost AirTags can be manipulated by phishers
If you find an AirTag, you can report it anonymously – but phishers have found a way to bypass this.
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Zero-day gap in iOS reads personal iPhone data
An angry developer has released details of four vulnerabilities that Apple was well aware of but never closed.
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Hacker discovers serious iCloud flaws
Frans Rosén accidentally deletes the entire Shortcuts database, and earns himself $64k in the process.
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Apple’s VPN iCloud Private Relay will still be in beta at launch
Apple's iCloud Private Relay service will not be ready when Apple launches iOS 15 and Monterey, but there'll be a public beta.
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New Pegasus iOS hack bypasses Blastdoor to target iPhones
Researchers have discovered a new vulnerability in iOS that has been exploited by Pegasus to hack an activist in Bahrain.
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Is Apple to blame for failing to stop Pegasus?
Pegasus is a disaster for Apple's reputation as the king of security and privacy. But is the company guilty of negligence?
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Key security fixes released for macOS Mojave and Catalina
Apple follows up macOS 11.5 roll-out with important security updates for older Mojave and Catalina versions.
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Notorious XLoader malware now affects Macs
Hackers who want to use XLoader to capture Mac user data can rent a server for $49 a month.
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iPhones vulnerable to NSO spyware, says Amnesty International
"Even technology giants like Apple are ill-equipped to deal with the massive scale of surveillance."
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Russian hackers used iOS bug to target government officials
Google and Microsoft security researchers blame Russian state-backed hackers for attacks on agencies and officials.
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Apple blackmailer ‘attacks 200 more companies’
Hacking group REvil, which threatened Apple in April, reportedly attacks management firm Kaseya.
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Bug alert: Dodgy network name can kill Wi-Fi on your iPhone
A strange bug can disable the Wi-Fi chip on your iPhone, and rebooting won't fix the problem.
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How to master your passwords using iCloud Keychain
iCloud Keychain is a handy free tool Apple has built into iOS, iPadOS, and macOS to help you manage your passwords.
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