Latest Apple and Encryption News

FBI 'deeply concerned' about Apple's new security protections

The FBI says that Apple increasing security features on iPhone "hinders" the agency's ability to protect Americans, and again presses for backdoor access.

William Gallagher 3 years ago 0

Apple's plan to scan iPhone photos for child abuse material is dead

While Apple's controversial plan to hunt down child sexual abuse material with on-iPhone scanning has been abandoned, the company has other plans in mind to stop it at the source.

Wesley Hilliard 3 years ago 15

Apple launches new Apple ID, iMessage, iCloud security protections

Apple has announced a series of three powerful new tools to protect users' most sensitive data, in new iCloud and iMessage features that will be rolling out between now and the end of 2023.

William Gallagher 3 years ago 11

Update your Google Chrome Mac install now

There is another zero-day exploit for Chrome, and Google has issued a security update to fix the vulnerability that is being actively exploited.

Andrew Orr 3 years ago 9

Corellium's iOS security tool used by rogue's gallery of iPhone hacking

Despite vehement denials, virtual iOS tool creator Corellium allegedly sold its software to spyware and malware distributors, including the makers of the infamous Pegasus.

Malcolm Owen 3 years ago 4

Qatar World Cup apps are privacy nightmares, says EU

Soccer fans visiting Qatar for the World Cup shouldn't download or install the event's official apps to their iPhone or other devices, EU data protection chiefs claim, due to the immense privacy risk they pose to those who use them.

Malcolm Owen 3 years ago 14

iOS 16.2 beta gets 'Rapid Security Response' update

Late on Wednesday afternoon, Apple issued a small "Rapid Security Update" to Tuesday's iOS 16.2 beta — but what exactly it entails isn't known.

Mike Wuerthele 3 years ago 10

macOS had the least malware infections in 2022

A new global threat report paints an ugly picture for Microsoft as Windows continues to have the most malware infections, while macOS had the least malware.

Andrew Orr 3 years ago 10

Arlo introduces Home Security System and Pro 5S Security Camera [u]

Arlo is adding to its extensive line of security products, with a new Home Security System introduced alongside a new Pro 5S 2K Security Camera.

Malcolm Owen 3 years ago 3

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