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iOS 17.1.2 and macOS Sonoma 14.1.2 patch 2 actively exploited vulnerabilities

Apple released an important security update today for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The list of fixes is short, but iOS 17.1.2 and macOS Sonoma 14.1.2 patch two web-based security flaws that have been actively exploited. more….....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailNov 30th, 2023

“Perfect” Windows downgrade attack turns fixed vulnerabilities into zero-days

A researcher has developed a downgrade attack that can make Windows machines covertly, persistently and irreversibly vulnerable, even if they were fully patched before that. A downgrade attack exploiting the Windows Update process The direction of Sa.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

AI security 2024: Key insights for staying ahead of threats

In this Help Net Security interview, Kojin Oshiba, co-founder of Robust Intelligence, discusses his journey from academic research to addressing AI security challenges in the industry. Oshiba highlights vulnerabilities in technology systems and the p.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

An 18-year-old Safari loophole exploited by hackers is finally being fixed by Apple

There’s a pesky loophole lurking in every major browser, including Apple’s Safari, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, that hackers have been exploiting for the past … The post An 18-year-old Safari loophole exploited by hackers is.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  bgrRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Apple releases macOS 14.6.1 with Advanced Data Protection bug fix for all users

Apple has released an update to macOS 14.6. The latest version of macOS Sonoma is now 14.6.1. more….....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

What is Apple Intelligence? Here’s how iOS 18.1’s AI features will change the way you use your iPhone, Mac, and iPad

Apple’s upcoming OS updates will bring major new abilities to your devices. At the center of the updates is Apple Intelligence, a new suite of AI features coming to iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 on compatible devices. Here is eve.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

macOS Sequoia to fix exploit that lets hackers access internal networks

Apple and other tech companies are constantly looking for ways to improve the security of their operating systems. Even so, some things go unnoticed. An exploit from 18 years ago is still being actively used by hackers to access internal networks, bu.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

macOS Sonoma 14: Release date, features, Mac compatibility

Apple’s current operating system for Mac models is macOS Sonoma 14. After tightening the integration between Mac and iPad with Stage Manager and the Freeform … The post macOS Sonoma 14: Release date, features, Mac compatibility appeared f.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  bgrRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Apple releases macOS 14.6.1

A week after releasing macOS 14.6 to all users, Apple is now making available macOS 14.6.1 to all users. As it seems, this update is … The post Apple releases macOS 14.6.1 appeared first on BGR. A week after releasing macOS 14.6 to a.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  bgrRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

9to5Mac Daily: August 7, 2024 – macOS Sequoia changes, Disney+ price hike

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsore.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Apple releases macOS 14.6.1 for all users

Apple has released an update to macOS 14.6. The latest version of macOS Sonoma is now 14.6.1. more….....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Apple"s iOS 17.6.1 & macOS Sonoma 14.6.1 are out, with minor improvements

Apple has released iOS 17.6.1, alongside updates to iPadOS and macOS Sonoma, all believed to be a minor update concentrating on security, plus a bug fix for Advanced Data Protection.A new iOS 17.6.1 update is availableIt's not fully clear what the en.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Apple has closed an ancient macOS Safari security hole

Apple is fixing a vulnerability in Safari for macOS, that seems to date back to the dawn of Intel Macs.Icon for Safari in macOSThe Defcon hacking conference is taking place from August 8 to August 11 in Las Vegas, which hosts talks about newly discov.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

macOS 15 Sequoia makes you jump through more hoops to disable Gatekeeper app checks

But nothing is changing about the kinds of software you can run on your Mac. Enlarge / The Mac's Gatekeeper feature has been pushing developers to digitally sign their apps since it was introduced in 2012. (credit: Apple/Andrew C.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Apple Voice Control solves a huge accessibility problem in iOS 18 and macOS 15

A disability campaigner has highlighted what he says is a huge accessibility breakthrough with Voice Control in the latest iPhone and Mac betas. He said that what may sound like a small improvement is a massive improvement to those who, like him,.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Roundcube flaws allow easy email account compromise (CVE-2024-42009, CVE-2024-42008)

Two cross-site scripting vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-42009, CVE-2024-42008) affecting Roundcube could be exploited by attackers to steal users’ emails and contacts, email password, and send emails from their account. About the vulnerabilities Rou.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Here"s what iOS 18 has for owners of older Apple devices

Apple's line in the sand for Apple Intelligence still leaves many new features in iOS 18, iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, and macOS Sequoia for older devices - with a few caveats.iOS and iPadOS 18, along with macOS 15 Sequoia, promise many new features.The li.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Users have to confirm screen recording permission every week in macOS Sequoia

Even if a user has turned on permissions in Settings for an app to screen record their Mac, the forthcoming macOS Sequoia is going to make them confirm that choice weekly.Any app that has screen capture or screen recording features will cause this pr.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

OpenWrt dominates, but vulnerabilities persist in OT/IoT router firmware

Forescout has published a new report examining the current state of the software supply chain in OT/IoT routers. The study uncovered that OT and IoT cellular routers and those used in small offices and homes contain outdated software components assoc.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Contrast Security ADR enables teams to identify vulnerabilities, detect threats, and stop attacks

Contrast Security introduced Application Detection and Response (ADR), which empowers security teams to identify vulnerabilities, detect threats, and stop attacks that target custom applications and APIs. Today’s layered “detection and respon.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Number of incidents affecting GitHub, Bitbucket, GitLab, and Jira continues to rise

Outages, human errors, cyberattacks, data breaches, ransomware, security vulnerabilities, and, as a result, data loss are the reality that DevSecOps teams have to face every few days, according to GitProtect.io. DevSecOps The possibility to integrate.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024