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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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MacStealer Extracts Docs, Cookies, Login Info from MacOS Users

SecureWorld News

Structured telemetry and analytics cybersecurity firm Uptycs has discovered a new macOS malware stealer it is calling MacStealer. It joins three Windows-based malware families using Telegram in 2023, including Titan Stealer, Parallax RAT, and HookSpoofer, all of which exploit stealer command and control (C2). "

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CIO Musings - Untitled Article

CIO Musings

Make sure whatever solution you use supports malware detection. Two Factor Authentication - Passwords are fatally flawed for lots of reasons, and provide only one layer of security, the "something you know". Apple Computers have a great "time machine" backup facility. Cloud based backups are about as easy as it gets.

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Scott Lowe

Along those lines, one of their latest articles discusses how to achieve identity-based mutual authentication leveraging eBPF. Researchers have uncovered a potential security flaw in Apple Silicon CPUs; more details in this 9to5Mac article. Vaughan-Nichols writes about the first malware discovered running on AWS Lambda.

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Your mic can be hackers’ best friend, study says

Dataconomy

This may be done with the use of a nearby microphone or by using malware that gains access to the microphone on the target’s phone. These include regular software updates, employing robust encryption methods, and implementing multi-factor authentication. Skype’s results were less impressive but still useable, at 91.7%.

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- My Mother-in-Law, Ms. Btfsplk

Chief Seattle Greek Blog

This past week Gizmodo/Wired Writer Mat Honan’s iPhone, iPad, iCloud (and probably iRaq) where all hacked and wiped clean after a hacker stole his password, aided and abetted by the help desks of none other than Amazon and Apple. Turn on six factor authentication immediately. There are many advantages to six factor authentication.

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The Cart before the Horse - A Screw's Loose

A Screw's Loose

Their second objective was just as important, as they were erecting a paywall, they didn’t want to have to pay Apple a 30% cut of their revenues. They then map out how to authenticate the user. Let’s take a look at another example. In the end – make the choice that fits the need. link] futur. Tags Applications.

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