SecurityChecklist 260: The Hacky Holidays Special
The Hacky Holidays Special: The Checklist crew gets together to discuss our favorite Hollywood films about computers and hacking!
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Security4 new iCloud Keychain features for 2022
New iCloud keychain features for 2022: built-in 2FA code generator, Passwords in System Preferences, and more.
December 20, 2021 • 2 min read
SecurityApple 2021 year-in-review
SecureMac’s Apple 2021 year-in-review, with a security and privacy focus of course! Plus, our Apple 2022 outlook and predictions.
December 17, 2021 • 8 min read
SecurityChecklist 259: Log4j and the Biggest Bug in the World
Log4j is an Internet-breaking vulnerability that could affect users for years to come. Apple AirTag stalking help for Android users.
December 16, 2021 • 6 min read
Security7 days to a safer 2022
We all want a safer 2022 in terms of cybersecurity. These 7 steps will help make it happen! Password managers, identity theft, and more!
December 15, 2021 • 8 min read
Security7 steps to set up IoT toys for security
Internet of Things (IoT) toys are popular gifts for kids, but so-called “smart” toys are also notorious for their poor security. Here are 7 steps to set up IoT toys for better security and privacy.
December 13, 2021 • 7 min read
SecurityChecklist 258: Trackers, Thieves, and Spyware Warnings
Verizon iPhone tracking, AirTag used to steal cars, and what Apple is doing to help Pegasus spyware victims.
December 10, 2021 • 6 min read
SecurityChecklist 257: Suing to Stop Pegasus
Apple sues NSO Group over Pegasus spyware, avoiding cryptocurrency scams, and what chat apps can the government access?
December 3, 2021 • 8 min read
SecurityA Checklist of Checklists for Thanksgiving
We’re spending time with our families this week, so no full show today. But we wanted to offer you a few resources that may help you as we enter the holiday season in earnest.
November 25, 2021 • 3 min read
SecurityChecklist 256: A Lack of Mail Privacy Protection
Mail Privacy Protection on Apple Watch, Apple rolls out PCM for advertisers, and a super-sneaky stolen iPhone scam
November 19, 2021 • 6 min read
SecurityTop 4 Black Friday scams in 2021
Black Friday is just around the corner, and the bad guys are ready with their scams.
November 17, 2021 • 4 min read
SecurityChecklist 255: Help Wanted: Data Guardian
LinkedIn scam job ads and how to avoid them. Plus: Are those social media quizzes really safe to answer?
November 11, 2021 • 6 min read
SecurityDigital privacy in the metaverse
Zuckerberg and other tech leaders see the metaverse as the logical next step in the evolution of the Internet. But many observers are wary of the privacy issues that it may bring.
November 6, 2021 • 8 min read
SecuritymacOS Monterey security and privacy guide
Guide to new macOS Monterey security and privacy with how-tos. Includes Mail Privacy Protection, Private Relay, HTTPS upgrade, and more!
November 5, 2021 • 6 min read
SecurityChecklist 254: Every Day is Black Friday
On this week’s Checklist, safe online holiday shopping tips for 2021. Plus: How to avoid delivery scams, package theft, and identity theft.
November 5, 2021 • 7 min read
SecurityChecklist 253: App Tracking Opacity
Is Facebook using accelerometer data to track iPhone users? And should you update to macOS Monterey?
October 29, 2021 • 5 min read
SecurityChecklist 252: Cheating, Spying, and Cheating
Another stalkerware company leaking data; warnings about iOS CSAM scanning appear to come true; and students using Live Text to cheat?
October 22, 2021 • 7 min read
SecurityWhat are keyword warrants?
Keyword warrants are used by law enforcement to see users’ private search data. Learn more about the issue + search privacy in this article.
October 21, 2021 • 5 min read
SecurityNew MacBook Pros, M1 Pro and M1 Max unveiled at Unleashed Event
Apple’s Unleashed event introduced the new M1 Pro and M1 Max chips — and the new MacBook Pro models that they will power.
October 19, 2021 • 3 min read
SecurityObjective by the Sea 4.0
A selection of highlights and key takeaways from the Objective by the Sea 4.0 Mac security conference.
October 18, 2021 • 6 min read
