Tag: apple
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iOS 19.4 Leak: Apple arbeitet an einer KI-gestützten Health-App
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in SecurityNewsFirst seen on t3n.de Jump to article: t3n.de/news/ios-19-4-leak-apple-health-app-1680745/
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iOS 19: Diese iPhones könnten in Apples Update-Plänen auf der Strecke bleiben
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in SecurityNewsFirst seen on t3n.de Jump to article: t3n.de/news/ios-19-diese-iphones-koennten-in-apples-update-plaenen-auf-der-strecke-bleibwn-1680943/
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Beware! Fake Unpaid Tolls Messages Used in Phishing Attack to Steal Login Credentials
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in SecurityNewsA surge in phishing text messages claiming unpaid tolls has been linked to a massive phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) operation. These scams, which have been hitting users’ phones in waves, are part of a sophisticated campaign leveraging a platform called Lucid. Cybercriminals behind this scheme are exploiting legitimate communication technologies like Apple iMessage and Android RCS to…
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In Other News: Apple Improving Malware Detection, Cybersecurity Funding, Cyber Command Chief Fired
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in SecurityNewsNoteworthy stories that might have slipped under the radar: Apple adding TCC events to Endpoint Security, cybersecurity funding report for Q1 2025, Trump fires the head of NSA and Cyber Command. The post In Other News: Apple Improving Malware Detection, Cybersecurity Funding, Cyber Command Chief Fired appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump…
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Privilegierte Zugänge werden zum Sicherheitsrisiko
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Tags: access, ai, api, apple, authentication, best-practice, cisco, cloud, cyber, cyberattack, dark-web, hacker, mail, malware, mfa, microsoft, password, phishing, ransomware, risk, service, tool, vpn, vulnerabilityKriminelle bevorzugen Phishing als Erstzugriffsmethode und nutzen legale Tools für unauffällige Angriffe auf sensible Systeme, wie eine aktuelle Studie herausfand.Der Missbrauch legitimer privilegierter Zugänge (legitimate privileged access) nimmt zu . Wie der Cisco Talos’ Jahresrückblick 2024 herausfand, nutzten Angreifer immer öfter gestohlene Identitäten für ihre Attacken, darunter auch Ransomware-Erpressungen. Dafür missbrauchen die HackerAnmeldedaten,Tokens,API-Schlüssel undZertifikate.Angriffe dieser…
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Breach Roundup: Fast Flux DNS Misuse Evades Easy Detection
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in SecurityNewsAlso: Gootloader Malware, GCHQ Intern Pleads Guilty, Check Point Breach Update. This week, a Fast Flux warning, Gootloader malware, an GCHQ intern pleaded guilty to stealing top secret data and Check Point undercuts hacking claim. Also, Google rolled out end-to-end encryption for some Gmail users, Apple backported patches and Dutch prosecutors cut internet access. First…
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App Stores OK’ed VPNs Run by China PLA
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in SecurityNewsBad Apple: Chinese firm banned by the U.S. is the shady entity behind a clutch of free VPN apps”, with over a million downloads. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/04/app-stores-oked-vpns-run-by-china-pla/
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Still Using an Older Version of iOS or iPadOS? Update Now to Patch These Critical Security Vulnerabilities
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in SecurityNewsApple has also fixed vulnerabilities in iPadOS 17.7.6, macOS Sonoma 14.7.5, and macOS Ventura 13.7.5, as well as its recently released iOS 18.4. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/news-apple-security-fixes-ios-15-16/
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Apple Rolls Out iOS 18.4 With New Languages, Emojis Apple Intelligence in the EU
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in SecurityNewsApple’s iOS 18.4 lets EU users choose default navigation apps like Google Maps or Waze, complying with the Digital Markets Act for more competition and user control. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/news-apple-ios18-4/
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Apple Fined $162 Million by France Authorities for Mobile Ad Market Domination
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in SecurityNewsFrench antitrust regulators have imposed a hefty fine of Euro150 million ($162.4 million) on tech giant Apple for abusing its dominant position in mobile app advertising through its App Tracking Transparency (ATT) tool. The ruling marks the first fine by regulators globally targeting Apple’s ATT feature, which controls user tracking permissions for third-party apps on…
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Apple Backports Zero-Day Patches to Older Devices in Latest Security Update
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in SecurityNewsApple has released a series of critical security updates to address vulnerabilities that were actively exploited as zero-day threats. These updates include backported patches for older versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS, aiming to secure devices that may still be running outdated software. First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article: thecyberexpress.com/apple-backports-zero-day-patches/
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Apple backported fixes for three actively exploited flaws to older devices
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in SecurityNewsApple backports three critical vulnerabilities actively exploited in attacks against older iOS and macOS models. Apple has backported fixes for three actively exploited vulnerabilities to older devices and OS versions. The three vulnerabilities are: Apple released the following updates: that are available for the following devices: Follow me on Twitter:@securityaffairsandFacebookandMastodon PierluigiPaganini (SecurityAffairs hacking, newsletter) First seen on…
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Ist Ihr Apple Account in Gefahr? – So erkennen Sie einen Hackerangriff auf Ihre Apple-ID
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in SecurityNewsFirst seen on security-insider.de Jump to article: www.security-insider.de/apple-id-apple-account-gehackt-was-jetzt-a-c8814b5f446561ada91f13648837a381/
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Apple belatedly patches actively exploited bugs in older OSes
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in SecurityNewsCupertino already squashed ’em in more recent releases – which this week get a fresh round of fixes First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/04/02/apple_patch_bundle/
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Apple issues fixes for vulnerabilities in both old and new OS versions
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in SecurityNewsThe company released a host of security patches Monday, including ones that address two zero-day vulnerabilities. First seen on cyberscoop.com Jump to article: cyberscoop.com/apple-security-update-march-2025/
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Apple fined Euro150 million over App Tracking Transparency issues
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in SecurityNewsAutorité de la concurrence, France’s antitrust watchdog, has fined Apple Euro150 million ($162 million) for using the App Tracking Transparency privacy framework to abuse its dominant market position in mobile app advertising on its devices. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/apple/apple-fined-150-million-over-app-tracking-transparency-issues/
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Lucid PhaaS Hits 169 Targets in 88 Countries Using iMessage and RCS Smishing
A new sophisticated phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platform called Lucid has targeted 169 entities in 88 countries using smishing messages propagated via Apple iMessage and Rich Communication Services (RCS) for Android.Lucid’s unique selling point lies in its weaponizing of legitimate communication platforms to sidestep traditional SMS-based detection mechanisms.”Its scalable, First seen on thehackernews.com Jump to article: thehackernews.com/2025/04/lucid-phaas-hits-169-targets-in-88.html
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Apple devices are at ‘most risk’ in UK following government ‘backdoor’ order
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in SecurityNewsHome Office refuses to answer questions from Lords over technical capability notice issued against Apple’s iCloud Advanced Data Protection encryption services First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366621785/Apple-devices-are-at-most-risk-in-UK-following-government-backdoor-order
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Apple backports zero-day patches to older iPhones and Macs
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in SecurityNewsApple has released security updates that backport fixes for actively exploited vulnerabilities that were exploited as zero-days to older versions of its operating systems. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/apple-backports-zero-day-patches-to-older-iphones-and-macs/
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Apple Backports Critical Fixes for 3 Recent 0-Days Impacting Older iOS and macOS Devices
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in SecurityNewsApple on Monday backported fixes for three vulnerabilities that have come under active exploitation in the wild to older models and previous versions of the operating systems.The vulnerabilities in question are listed below -CVE-2025-24085 (CVSS score: 7.3) – A use-after-free bug in the Core Media component that could permit a malicious application already installed on…
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France’s antitrust authority fines Apple Euro150M for issues related to its App Tracking Transparency
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Tags: appleFrance fines Apple Euro150M for abusing its dominance in ATT consent practices on iOS and iPadOS from 2021 to 2023. France’s Autorité de la concurrence fined Apple Euro150M for abusing its dominance in App Tracking Transparency (ATT) consent practices on iOS and iPadOS between April 26, 2021 and July 25, 2023. Apple launched ATT with…
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Apple Issues Warning on Three 0-Day Vulnerabilities Under Active Exploitation
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in SecurityNewsApple has issued an urgent security advisory concerning three critical zero-day vulnerabilities CVE-2025-24200, CVE-2025-24201, and CVE-2025-24085 which are being actively exploited in the wild. These vulnerabilities affect a wide range of Apple devices, including iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and even the Apple Vision Pro. Users are strongly urged to update their devices immediately to address these…
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Apple Backports Critical Fixes for 3 Live Exploits Impacting iOS and macOS Legacy Devices
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in SecurityNewsApple on Monday backported fixes for three vulnerabilities that have come under active exploitation in the wild to older models and previous versions of the operating systems.The vulnerabilities in question are listed below -CVE-2025-24085 (CVSS score: 7.3) – A use-after-free bug in the Core Media component that could permit a malicious application already installed on…
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Apple Patches Recent Zero-Days in Older iPhones
Apple has released a hefty round of security updates for its desktop and mobile products, patching two recent zero-days in older iPhone models. The post Apple Patches Recent Zero-Days in Older iPhones appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/apple-patches-recent-zero-days-in-older-iphones/
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France’s Antitrust Watchdog Fines Apple for Problems With App Tracking Transparency
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in SecurityNewsFrance’s antitrust watchdog fined Apple 150 million euros ($162 million) over a privacy feature protecting users from apps snooping on them. The post France’s Antitrust Watchdog Fines Apple for Problems With App Tracking Transparency appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/frances-antitrust-watchdog-fines-apple-for-problems-with-app-tracking-transparency/
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Privacy Roundup: Week 13 of Year 2025
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Tags: access, ai, android, apple, application-security, breach, browser, cctv, chrome, cloud, cve, cybersecurity, data, detection, exploit, firmware, google, group, leak, linux, malware, microsoft, mobile, phishing, privacy, regulation, router, scam, service, software, technology, threat, tool, update, virus, vpn, vulnerability, zero-dayThis is a news item roundup of privacy or privacy-related news items for 23 MAR 2025 – 29 MAR 2025. Information and summaries provided here are as-is for warranty purposes. Note: You may see some traditional “security” content mixed-in here due to the close relationship between online privacy and cybersecurity – many things may overlap;…
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Apple Fined Euro150 Million by French Regulator Over Discriminatory ATT Consent Practices
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in SecurityNewsApple has been hit with a fine of Euro150 million ($162 million) by France’s competition watchdog over the implementation of its App Tracking Transparency (ATT) privacy framework.The Autorité de la concurrence said it’s imposing a financial penalty against Apple for abusing its dominant position as a distributor of mobile applications for iOS and iPadOS devices…
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French regulator fines Apple $162 million for anticompetitive use of privacy tool
The French Competition Authority found that Apple exploited its dominance in the mobile app advertising market through a tool that allows iPhone and iPad users to determine when apps can monitor their online activity. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/french-anticompetitive-fine-ad-tracking
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Sicherheitslücken in Apples Satelliten-Notruf entdeckt
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in SecurityNewsSeit 2022 bietet Apple mit dem iPhone 14 eine bahnbrechende Funktion: Notrufe über Satellitenverbindungen. In entlegenen Gebieten ohne Mobilfunkempfang kann der “Emergency SOS via Satellite”-Dienst Leben retten. Doch ein Forscher-Team des Nationalen Forschungszentrums für angewandte Cybersicherheit ATHENE und des Hasso-Plattner-Instituts hat Apples System einer umfassenden Sicherheitsanalyse unterzogen mit brisanten Erkenntnissen. First seen on it-daily.net Jump…
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New ‘Lucid’ Phishing Platform Abuses iMessage, Android RCS to Slip Past Defenses
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in SecurityNewsA sophisticated cybercrime service known as >>Lucid