Security

How to add a security key to an Apple ID in iOS 16

As part of Apple's Advance Data Protection features, users can add a physical security key to their Apple ID starting in iOS 16.3. Here's how to do it.

How to recover Apple ID accounts with Advanced Data Protection turned on

Apple's standard data-safety practices, along with its new ultra-secure protection option, come with some risk if you forget your Apple ID password. Here's what to do if that happens.

Apple: No apps circumvented user privacy controls

Apple fixed a potential privacy vulnerability with iOS 16.3 and other updates, but its investigation into an allegation concluded that no apps took advantage of the flaw.

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4 Best Methods on how to reset your iPhone when you forgot your password

Apple offers an official method to reset your device in case of a lost passcode, but PassFab lets you bypass the help desk and get your iPhone working sooner.

Fraudsters beat App Store vetting by swapping out app data

Con artists involved in a so-called "pig butchering" scam sneaked apps into Apple's App Store and Google Play Store by temporarily presenting innocuous functionality.

Apple's iOS 16.3 update may fix unannounced location privacy bug

An alleged security vulnerability that firms to track iPhone users' location without permission has seemingly been fixed by Apple.

Five best security keys for iOS 16.3

With the recent release of iOS 16.3, Apple users can add a hardware security key to their Apple ID. Here are the five best keys for the job in January 2023.

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Cybercriminals shall not pass: how to protect your Macs and yourself from the most popular cyber threats

The Internet is a dangerous place, with many potential attacks that could be costly to your digital life. Here's how to keep your Mac, and your online identity, secure from threats.

Norton Password Manager hacked, warning users about breaches

Customers of NortonLifeLock are being notified that Norton Password Manager accounts are being breached by hackers, performed via breaches of accounts on other platforms.