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Apple Withdraws iOS 17.3 Update Over Boot Issue

IT Toolbox

Several iPhone users who downloaded the software update complained that their devices got bricked. The post Apple Withdraws iOS 17.3 Update Over Boot Issue appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Apple rejects UK's attempt to block security software updates on a global scale

TechSpot

Apple has taken a stance against the proposed update to the Investigatory Powers Act (IPA), which could potentially grant the UK government unprecedented control over future software updates released by the company.

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Apple Alerts iPhone Users in 92 Countries to Mercenary Spyware Attacks

Tech Republic Security

Apple recommends that iPhone users install software updates, use strong passwords and 2FA, and don’t open links or attachments from suspicious emails to keep their device safe from spyware.

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Apple Security Update Fixes Zero-Day Webkit Exploits

Tech Republic

Apple recommends users update to iOS 17.1.2, Google’s Threat Analysis Group discovered these security bugs. iPadOS 17.1.2 and macOS 14.1.2.

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Apple responds to privacy concerns over Mac software security process

The Verge

Last week, a number of Mac users had trouble opening apps — a problem that seemed to be caused by an Apple security protocol responsible for checking that software comes from trusted sources. It goes on to clarify how Apple currently uses the data, and outlines new safeguards that are being introduced over the next year.

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Apple Calls Out 'Mercenary Spyware' Vendors Enabling State Surveillance

SecureWorld News

Apple has escalated its fight against the commercial spyware industry enabling state actors to conduct highly-targeted cyberattacks against journalists, activists, politicians, and other high-risk individuals around the world. The developers go to great lengths to remove any clues that might link the software back to them or their clients."

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Unpatchable Apple Silicon vulnerability could leak encryption keys

TechSpot

A recently published paper describes a flaw primarily affecting Apple Silicon that allows attackers to circumvent end-to-end encryption through a side-channel attack on the company's devices. Anyone developing encryption software for Macs likely needs to rethink their security procedures. Read Entire Article

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