SecurityKaiji malware: a new IoT threat
Security researchers have discovered a new family of malware, dubbed “Kaiji”, that targets Internet of Things (IoT) devices and Linux servers.
May 13, 2020 • 6 min read
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Why you should update Firefox right now, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has issued an alert about a “critical vulnerability” affecting Mozilla’s Firefox browser. The DHS has advised all Firefox users to update their browser software immediately. In this short article, we’ll explain what the vulnerability is, help you parse the…
New fileless malware for macOS linked to Lazarus Group
The new malware sample bears similarities to the well-known AppleJeus malware, which targets cryptocurrency exchanges. AppleJeus is the product of Lazarus Group, a shadowy cybercrime organization believed by many to be linked to North Korea.
Apple AirDrop Vulnerability Broadcasts User Phone Numbers to Potential Attackers
iPhone users who frequently use the AirDrop feature to share images, videos, or other files may unwittingly be broadcasting their phone numbers to people nearby. According to a recent Ars Technica report, a hacker would need to have a laptop and a “wireless packet sniffer”…
Flaw in Bluetooth Protocols Could Allow Tracking of iPhone, MacBook Users
Bluetooth is one of the most common wireless protocols in the world, allowing a vast range of devices to connect together for shared functionality. From playing music in your car to controlling the temperature of your flatiron, Bluetooth enables us to do many things —…
August 2, 2019 • 3 min read
Zoom security flaw puts you at risk (even after you uninstall)
Security researcher Jonathan Leitschuh has discovered a major vulnerability in the popular Zoom video conferencing app that could allow malicious actors to turn on your Mac’s camera without your permission.
July 10, 2019 • 4 min readGoogle Shares Details about a New macOS Vulnerability
On Friday, March 1, 2019, Google’s Project Zero announced that it had discovered a “high severity” vulnerability in Apple’s macOS operating system. The Project Zero team constantly works to find vulnerabilities in software and code from other companies and developers. When Project Zero does identify…
March 8, 2019 • 3 min read
Breach of Spyware Company mSpy Exposes iCloud Account Information for Millions
Apple users should consider changing their iCloud passwords after a recent breach reportedly exposed the account information of millions of people. The breach involved a company called mSpy, a spyware-as-a-service business. mSpy sells mobile and computer software that allows users to spy on their friends…
September 19, 2018 • 3 min readMajor macOS Mail App Harbors Major Vulnerabilities
How do you manage your email? For those who receive a high volume of messages every day and depend on their email for work purposes, answering this question is essential. Most stock mail clients don’t always offer the capabilities you need from them; for that…
August 28, 2018 • 2 min readVersatile Hacking Tool Ported to the Mac Could Pose Risks to Users
Security researchers use many tools to conduct their work; in many cases, the best way to test a system is to try to break in, because it allows one to identify all the weaknesses and potential inroads a real hacker might exploit. These tools aren’t…
May 23, 2018 • 3 min read
Apple Confirms Fixes for Major CPU Vulnerability, More on the Way
Apple has confirmed that a pair of critical security vulnerabilities uncovered by security researchers late in 2017, and now filtering out into media reports, does affect “all Mac systems and iOS devices.” These bugs, dubbed Meltdown and Spectre, affect the clear majority of computers and…
January 8, 2018 • 1 min read
Apple Reassures Users: Flaws in WikiLeaks/CIA Vault7 Leak Already Patched
On March 7th, WikiLeaks entered the news and made waves again by releasing almost nine thousand documents they claimed came from within the US Central Intelligence Agency. Contained in the leak was a vast range of information about the CIA’s intelligence gathering practices regarding technology….
March 21, 2017 • 2 min readNewly-Discovered “Fruitfly” Backdoor Allows Remote Access to Macs
The latest item of Mac malware to be uncovered is actually not new at all; in fact, it may have been around for several years. Dubbed “Fruitfly” by Apple, this malware has some novel features. In particular, its function depends upon using both an outdated…
January 31, 2017 • 2 min readMalvertising Hits macOS Users Through Google AdWords
With the huge number of ads present on the web today, it’s no surprise that they’re often a target and an attack vector for hackers looking for an open door. We’ve discussed malvertising here before to alert our readers to the potential threat. Now there…
December 12, 2016 • 2 min readApple Releases Important iOS Update to guard against Malware
iPhone and iPad users should update to the latest version of iOS as soon as possible, following the latest security update from Apple. The new patch—iOS 9.3.5—arrived on Thursday, August 25th and was dubbed by Apple as an “important security update.” It addresses dangerous malware…
August 26, 2016 • 3 min readMeet AceDeceiver: The First iOS Trojan Horse
Users of iOS devices should be on alert after the arrival of what looks like the first Trojan Horse malware developed for Apple’s mobile operating system. According to a post by Palo Alto Networks, this malware—which is known as AceDeceiver—is unique among other iOS threats…
April 4, 2016 • 3 min read