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ComputerWorld Independent 

Researchers warn of Wi-Fi security flaw affecting iOS, Android, Linux

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Apple’s decision to support MAC Address Randomization across its platforms may provide some degree of protection against a newly-identified Wi-Fi flaw researchers say could let attackers hijack network traffic. iOS, Linux, and Android devices may be vulnerable.

The problem is how the standard handles power-saving

The researchers have identified a fundamental flaw in the design of the IEEE 802.11 Wi-Fi standard attackers could exploit to trick access points (Wi-Fi base stations) into leaking information. The researchers do not claim the vulnerability is being actively exploited, but warn that it might enable the interception of network traffic.

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ComputerWorld Independent 

Russia’s iPhone ban and the digital supply chain

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ComputerWorld Independent 

Jamf VP explains enterprise security threats — and how to mitigate them

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Apple-focused device management and security vendor Jamf today published its Security 360: Annual Trends report, which reveals the five security tends impacting organizations running hybrid work environments. As it is every year, the report is interesting, so I spoke to Michael Covington, vice president of portfolio strategy, for more details about what the company found this year.

First, here’s a brief rundown of some of the salient points in the report:

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ComputerWorld Independent 

Maybe one day every platform will be as secure as Apple

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A look at the Biden Administration’s recently updated National Cybersecurity Strategy document seems to reflect some of the approaches to cybercrime Apple already employs. 

Take privacy, for example. The proposal suggests that privacy protection will no longer be something big tech can argue against – companies will be required to prioritize privacy. That’s fine if you run a business that does not require wholesale collection and analysis of user information, which has always been Apple’s approach. The best way to keep information private, the company argues, is not to collect it at all.

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ComputerWorld Independent 

Apple’s MFi scheme for USB-C is a good thing

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Apple appears poised to make it more difficult to use cheap USB-C cables with its devices, and while it may well make a few dollars more from the purported plan, there are also good reasons to put the system in place.

Apple got to make a dollar or two

The claim is that Apple plans to replace Lightning ports and cables with USB-C in the iPhone 15, and when it does it will introduce a Made For iPhone (MFi) scheme for such products.  The idea is that consumers will be able to purchase cables and other devices in full confidence that they will be compatible with their iPhone.

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MalwareBytes Security 

iPhone calendar spam: What it is, and how to remove it

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Categories: Awareness

Categories: News

Categories: Scams

Tags: iPhone

Tags: calendar

Tags: spam

Tags: iOS

Tags: mobile

Tags: device

Tags: ad

Tags: advert

Tags: popup

Tags: permission

Tags: remove

Tags: notification

Tags: Apple

Is your iPhone claiming that you’ve been hacked, your phone isn’t protected, or that viruses have damaged it? It could be calendar spam.

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ComputerWorld Independent 

How to use Apple’s advanced iCloud security tools

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Apple recently rolled out new iCloud security features that could help protect mobile professionals when they’re on the road. The features include better iCloud data security, improved iMessage security, and more.

Here is how to use these new iCloud protections.

Secure your digital assets

No one should doubt that protecting personal or enterprise data has become more important than ever. Apple introduced Lockdown Mode for iCloud in 2022, following this up with even more protections in December and, most recently, introducing free privacy and security sessions in Apple retail stores in 2023.

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