macOS

AWDL flaws open Apple users to tracking, MitM, malware planting

July 31, 2019

Vulnerabilities in Apple Wireless Direct Link (AWDL), the wireless protocol that underpins Apple’s AirPlay and AirDrop services, could allow attackers to track users in …

Microsoft’s Attack Surface Analyzer now works on Macs and Linux, too

May 20, 2019

Microsoft has rewritten and open-sourced Attack Surface Analyzer (ASA), a security tool that points out potentially risky system changes introduced by the installation of new …

Apple May 2019 security updates fix numerous issues

May 14, 2019

Another month, another batch of Apple security updates that users of the firm’s computers, phones, tablets, streaming devices and smart watches will be prompted to …

Apple fixed some interesting bugs in iOS and macOS

March 26, 2019

In addition to announcing a number of new products and subscription services, Apple has released security updates for iOS, macOS, Safari, tvOS, iTunes, iCloud, and Xcode. The …

Apple fixes FaceTime eavesdropping bug, two iOS zero-days

February 8, 2019

Apple has pushed out critical security updates for iOS and macOS, which fix the “Facepalm” FaceTime eavesdropping bug but also two zero-day flaws that, according …

New Mac malware steals cookies, cryptocurrency and computing power

January 31, 2019

A new piece of Mac malware is looking to steal both the targets’ computing power and their cryptocurrency stash, Palo Alto Networks researchers warn. About the …

Critical FaceTime bug turns iPhones, Macs into eavesdropping tools

January 29, 2019

A shocking and easily exploitable FaceTime bug allows people to listen in on other users of Apple devices by simply calling them through the service. The bug apparently …

Apple delivers security patches, plugs an RCE achievable via FaceTime

January 23, 2019

Apple has released a new set of updates for its various products, plugging a wide variety of vulnerabilities. WatchOS, tvOS, Safari and iCloud Let’s start with …

Apple releases security updates for Macs, iDevices, AppleTV

December 6, 2018

Another month, another set of Apple security updates: if you’re using macOS, iOS, Shortcuts for iOS, tvOS, Safari, and iCloud and iTunes for Windows, it’s time to …

Netflix releases desktop versions of device security app Stethoscope

November 5, 2018

In early 2017, the Netflix team open sourced Stethoscope, an application that collects information about users’ devices and provides them with recommendations for securing …

Apple releases security updates, says new MacBooks will disconnect microphone when lid is closed

October 31, 2018

Apple unveiled new Macs and iPads on Tuesday and has pushed out security updates for macOS (Mojave, High Sierra, Sierra), iOS, watchOS, tvOS, Safari, iTunes, and iCloud for …

Security and privacy improvements in macOS Mojave

September 25, 2018

Apple has released macOS Mojave, which comes with a new Dark Mode, a redesigned Mac App Store, and many new and modified features. It also sports changes aimed at enhancing …