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CVE-2019-8900

CVE-2019-8900 concerns a SecureROM vulnerability in some Apple devices that allows an unauthenticated local attacker to execute arbitrary code on boot. Exploitation requires physical access: device must be connected to a computer and booted in DFU mode; the change is not persistent across reboots...

iOS 18 is out. Here are the new privacy and security features

On September 16, 2024, Apple released iOS 18. Besides a lot of exciting new features, iOS 18 comes with some privacy and security enhancements. One of the most promising new features is the new Passwords app. Built on the foundation of Apple's password management system Keychain, Passwords makes ...

New iPhone Security Features to Protect Stolen Devices

Apple is rolling out a new "Stolen Device Protection" feature that seems well thought out: When Stolen Device Protection is turned on, Face ID or Touch ID authentication is required for additional actions, including viewing passwords or passkeys stored in iCloud Keychain, applying for a new Apple...

Apple to introduce new feature that makes life harder for iPhone thieves

Reportedly, Apple has plans to make it harder for iPhone thieves to steal your personal information even if they have your device’s passcode. A new feature called Stolen Device Protection is included in the beta version of iOS 17.3. The feature limits access to your private information in case...

Apple’s passkeys attempt to solve the password problem

The recent Apple Worldwide Developers Conference WWDC revealed another teasing of what has been referred to as "the end of passwords forever". Passkeys are a "new biometric sign-in standard". Biometrics in security circles are used for things like identity cards, building access, and so on. This...

Digital State IDs Start Rollouts Despite Privacy Concerns

Apple has unveiled the first eight states that will roll out digital IDs and drivers licenses on its mobile devices, despite critics’ concerns that the introduction of purely digital forms of identification will raise privacy, security and equanimity issues. Arizona and Georgia will be the first...

Unpatched Apple T2 Chip Flaw Plagues Macs

A researcher is claiming that Apple devices – with a macOS operating system and a T2 security chip – are open to an exploit that could give bad actors root access. A fix has not been issued by Apple. The flaw stems from the T2 chip, which is the second-generation version of Apple’s chip that...

New Unpatchable iPhone Exploit Allows Jailbreaking

A new iOS exploit allows jailbreaking of pretty much all version of the iPhone. This is a huge deal for Apple, but at least it doesn't allow someone to remotely hack people's phones. Some details: I wanted to learn how Checkm8 will shape the iPhone experience­ -- particularly as it relates to...

New Scam Apps Take Advantage of iPhone Touch ID

Touch ID is seamless, which makes it great for unlocking your phone—and for App Store scammers...

Apple Modernizes Its Hardware Security with T2

When Apple launched its latest MacBook Air last month, one of its more unusual features is that the built-in microphone automatically turns off when the lid is closed. Apple introduced the feature to eliminate any possibility of malware – or other unwanted applications – using the laptop’s...

Apple's New MacBook Disconnects Microphone "Physically" When Lid is Closed

Apple introduces a new privacy feature for all new MacBooks that "at some extent" will prevent hackers and malicious applications from eavesdropping on your conversations. Apple's custom T2 security chip in the latest MacBooks includes a new hardware feature that physically disconnects the...

Seven security tips for staying safe on an iPhone

iPhones have a reputation for being notoriously secure. After all, they caused quite the kerfuffle between Apple and the FBI because they are, from the FBI's point of view, too secure! However, don't let that lull you into a false sense of security. Using an iPhone is not an automatic guarantee o...

Apple Siri is the aeration privacy vulnerability: lock screen notifications directly read-vulnerability warning-the black bar safety net

! iOS 11, Apple introduced a new way to protect user privacy, the user through the iPhone's lock screen hide notification content, until the use of Touch ID or Face ID to unlock the device. But in fact, even if unable to unlock the phone, or is there a very simple way to read these hidden...

FAQ: Can we disable FaceID as passcode for Secure Hub on iPhone X?

Q: Can we disable FaceID as passcode for Secure Hub on iPhone X? A: Face ID feature uses the same APIs as the Touch ID feature on Apple devices. Currently we have the option to disable FaceID/TouchID for unlocking the devices using restrictions policy. However, we cannot restrict the iCloud or...

XenMobile: Usage of iPhone X FaceID feature

Question: Is the iPhone X feature of FaceID supported in XenMobile? Answer: Yes, FaceID authentication is supported with XenMobile. iPhone X FaceID uses the same APIs as the Touch ID feature in other iOS devices. Question: Will there be merge of both functions Touch ID and FaceID, since it depend...

iOS 11 Allows Users to Disable Touch ID

A new feature in Apple's new iPhone operating system -- iOS 11 -- will allow users to quickly disable Touch ID. A new setting, designed to automate emergency services calls, lets iPhone users tap the power button quickly five times to call 911. This doesn't automatically dial the emergency servic...

Hacker Publishes iOS Secure Enclave Firmware Decryption Key

A hacker Thursday afternoon published what he says is the decryption key for Apple iOS’ Secure Enclave Processor SEP firmware. The hacker, identified only as xerub, told Threatpost that the key unlocks only the SEP firmware, and that this would not impact user data. “Everybody can look and poke a...

CVE-2016-7601

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.2 is affected. The issue involves the "Local Authentication" component, which does not honor the configured screen-lock time interval if the Touch ID prompt is visible...