Apple & EU slammed for dangerous child abuse imagery scanning plans

Security researchers say that Apple's CSAM prevention plans, and the EU's similar proposals, represent "dangerous technology," that expands the "surveillance powers of the state."

William Gallagher 4 years ago 21

WhatsApp introducing end-to-end encrypted chat backups in iCloud

Messaging service WhatsApp is adding end-to-end encryption to users' backups of their data stored on iCloud, or Google Drive.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 1

iOS 15.1 coming week of October 25, will fix alleged iPhone remote wipe exploit [u]

A researcher claimed to find a remote code execution exploit that could allow an attacker to wipe an iPhone or iPad running all iOS versions up to iOS 15 — but Apple says the claim is bogus.

Amber Neely 4 years ago 3

Verizon-owned Visible customers claim account hijacks, bogus iPhone orders

Multiple Verizon Visible users are reporting that their accounts have been hijacked, and used to fraudulently order phones — but the company disagrees with how the accounts were compromised.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 2

Researchers demonstrate new methods of bypassing macOS security

Although Apple has taken steps to shore up the security of its macOS platform, vulnerabilities are still surfacing that could bypass some of its most important protections..

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 6

Apple drops new Safari bookmark end-to-end encryption

Less than two weeks after apparently introducing end-to-end encryption for bookmarks in Safari, Apple has dropped the additional protection.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 12

YubiKey Bio security key adds fingerprint recognition to older Macs

Yubico has expanded its line of security keys with a biometric option, with YubiKey Bio adding fingerprint authentication to the hardware-based security device.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 2

Five-year breach gave hackers access to billions of text messages

A company that handles text messaging and general telecommunications infrastructure for carriers around the world has confirmed it has been hacked, with introducers potentially gaining access to some sensitive customer information for years.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 10

App Store again lets users 'report a problem' like scam apps

Years after quietly removing the ability for users to report App Store problems such as scam apps, Apple has equally quietly brought it back — with some improvements.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 5

Apple now protects Safari bookmarks with end-to-end encryption

Safari bookmarks now get end-to-end encryption, improving security as iCloud syncs between users' devices.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 2

Apple patched an iOS lock screen bypass without crediting its discovery

Apple fixed a recently unearthed lock screen bypass with the release of iOS 15.0.1, but failed to publicly recognize the weakness or the person who discovered it.

AppleInsider Staff 4 years ago 12

Apple joins group working to increase security for small, medium businesses

Apple has joined the Cyber Readiness Institute as a co-chair of the organization, which is focused on helping small- and medium-sized businesses become more secure.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 0

Apple Pay bug could allow attackers to bypass lock screen, make payments

A team of researchers in the U.K. has discovered security issues related to Visa cards and Apple Pay that could result in attackers bypassing the lock screen and making fraudulent payments.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 17

Apple shareholder urges action on CSAM videos

Apple investor Christian Brothers Investment Services is pressing the company to do more to combat the spread of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), with a specific eye on videos.

Mikey Campbell 4 years ago 11

AirTag vulnerability turns tracker into Trojan horse, fix incoming

A recently discovered AirTag weakness allows would-be attackers to redirect users to a malicious webpage when the device is scanned in Lost Mode, effectively turning the tracker into a Trojan horse.

Mikey Campbell 4 years ago 13

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