Critical 'AirBorne' Vulnerabilities Allow Remote Hijacking of Apple AirPlay Devices
Researchers discovered severe security flaws in Apple's AirPlay technology that enable zero-click remote attacks on millions of devices. The 'AirBorne' vulnerabilities could let attackers take control of smart speakers and TVs without user interaction, highlighting major security risks in connected home devices.
SSL Certificate Lifespans to Shrink Dramatically: 47-Day Validity Coming in 2029
Major changes approved by the CA/Browser Forum will reduce SSL/TLS certificate validity periods to just 47 days by 2029, down from the current 398 days. The staged reduction aims to enhance online security while pushing organizations toward automated certificate management solutions.
Security Flaw: White House Signal Chat Compromised by iPhone's Contact Suggestion
A White House internal investigation reveals how Siri's automated contact suggestion inadvertently added a journalist to a classified Signal group chat about military operations. The incident raises concerns about using consumer technology for sensitive government communications.
Critical Find My Network Vulnerability Enables Covert Bluetooth Device Tracking
Researchers at George Mason University expose a severe security flaw in Apple's Find My network that allows unauthorized tracking of any Bluetooth device. The exploit bypasses anti-stalking protections and could enable malicious actors to secretly monitor people's locations through their devices.
Xcode's Hidden Network Activity Sparks Developer Privacy Debate
Apple's Xcode development tool has been found making frequent, unnecessary connections to company servers, raising concerns about developer privacy and build performance. Investigation reveals multiple automatic server communications that impact build times and collect user data without explicit consent.
Private Companies Surpass Intelligence Agencies: U.S. Spy Services Acknowledge Corporate Dominance
U.S. intelligence agencies are now actively seeking partnerships with major corporations, acknowledging private industry's superior data and capabilities. A new directive reveals how spy agencies must adapt to a world where companies like Apple possess more resources and information than most nation-states.
Apple Revolutionizes Photo Privacy with Homomorphic Encryption in iOS18
Apple introduces groundbreaking privacy-preserving search in iOS 18's Photos app using homomorphic encryption, allowing users to search images without exposing data to servers. The innovative 'Wally' system processes encrypted queries while maintaining complete user privacy.
Apple Faces $1.2B Lawsuit Over Abandoned Child Safety Scanning System
A lawsuit seeking $1.2 billion in damages has been filed against Apple for abandoning planned CSAM detection tools on iCloud. The case, brought by an abuse survivor representing thousands of victims, challenges Apple's balance between user privacy and child protection measures.
Apple Patches Critical Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Under Active Attack in macOS
Apple has issued emergency security updates to address actively exploited zero-day vulnerabilities affecting macOS systems, which could grant attackers kernel-level access. The critical flaws impact both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs, prompting urgent calls for users to update their systems immediately.
Apple Patches Critical Zero-Day Vulnerability Under Active Exploitation in macOS
Apple has confirmed active exploitation of a critical zero-day vulnerability affecting multiple macOS versions, allowing attackers to gain system-level access to devices. The company has released an urgent security update while investigating targeted attacks leveraging this kernel-level flaw.