Apple has commented on a major security flaw in iOS and OS X that lets attackers steal passwords from any installed app. Back in October, security researchers found a way to crack Apple's keychain making it possible to steal passwords from any installed app including the native the Mail app without being detected. . Following the public disclosure of the vulnerability, … [Read more...] about Apple Implements Mac App Store Security Update for XARA Exploits
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Apple Issues Statement on iOS ‘Masque Attack’
Following an alert from the U.S. government, Apple has issued a statement on 'Masque Attack', a hacking technique that exploits a vulnerability in iOS and allows an attacker to substitute malware for a legitimate app. Apple told iMore: "We designed OS X and iOS with built-in security safeguards to help protect customers and warn them before installing potentially … [Read more...] about Apple Issues Statement on iOS ‘Masque Attack’
U.S. Government Issues Warning on iOS ‘Masque Attack’
The United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team, part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, has issued a formal alert on the Apple iOS 'Masque Attack'. A few days ago FireEye mobile security researchers discovered an iOS security flaw that lets attackers replace your real apps with malware. FireEye found that when installing an app using enterprise/ad-hock … [Read more...] about U.S. Government Issues Warning on iOS ‘Masque Attack’