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    Alleged Foxconn hack allowed bogus orders to be placed for vendors

    Thu, Feb 9, 2012 - A "Greyhat" hacking group announced this week that it had successfully hacked contract manufacturer Foxconn and released usernames and passwords for vendors that could be used to place fraudulent orders for companies like Apple and Microsoft. ( 9 comments )

    Google adds 'Bouncer' malware detector layer to Android Market

    Thu, Feb 2, 2012 - Google has added a behind-the-scenes service, codenamed Bouncer, to scan for malware on applications on the Android Market in an effort to counter the notion that its mobile operating system is insecure, the company revealed on Thursday. ( 28 comments )

    Forensics vendor warns Mac OS X FileVault vulnerable to decryption

    Wed, Feb 1, 2012 - Passware, a vendor of forensics tools for recovering data for law enforcement, has issued a warning that its forensics tools can bypass the security of FileVault disk encryption in Mac OS X if the computer is left powered on, recovering decryption keys from memory. ( 52 comments )

    Mac platform faced 58 malware threats from Q2 to Q4 2011 - report

    Wed, Jan 18, 2012 - Mac OS X endured 58 separate malware attacks from April 2011 to December 2011, a small fraction when compared to Microsoft's Windows operating system, according to a new summary from a security research firm. ( 42 comments )

    Apple iOS leading among corporate users, Android deemed most risky

    Wed, Jan 18, 2012 - A new study on the use of mobile devices in corporate environments shows Apple's iOS overtaking RIM's BlackBerry in popularity, while third place Android is described as the "most risky" mobile platform in terms of security problems. ( 28 comments )

    Serious security flaws discovered in Android phones, Samsung and HTC ignore issue

    Mon, Dec 5, 2011 - The ease and ability of Android licensees to modify the software they install on their smartphones has opened vast security holes that enable rogue apps to record calls, monitor users' locations and access sensitive data without permission, researchers say, noting that while Google and Motorola acknowledge the issues, HTC and Samsung have ignored their findings. ( 62 comments )

    Android malware has jumped up 472% since July

    Wed, Nov 16, 2011 - The open nature of the Android Market has led to a 472 percent increase in malware threats to the platform over the past four months alone, a new mobile security report claims. ( 135 comments )

    OS X sandboxing flaw casts doubt on upcoming Mac App Store requirement

    Fri, Nov 11, 2011 - A newly-discovered security flaw in the sandboxing functionality of Mac OS X has prompted concerns over Apple's requirement that all applications submitted to the Mac App Store must implement sandboxing by March 2012. ( 36 comments )

    New Mac OS X Trojan horse hijacks GPU, steals user data

    Mon, Oct 31, 2011 - A new Trojan horse hidden in a Mac OS X application can steal sensitive user data and take control of the computer’s GPU to generate Bitcoins, a form of currency used online. ( 46 comments )

    New Mac OS X Trojan disguises itself as Adobe Flash installer

    Tue, Sep 27, 2011 - A new Mac OS X Trojan Horse called "Flashback" attempts to trick users into installing it by appearing as Adobe's Flash Player installer package. ( 43 comments )

    Researchers discover PDF malware that targets Apple's Mac OS X

    Fri, Sep 23, 2011 - A new piece of malware which disguises itself as a PDF download and could give hackers remote access to a computer has been discovered as a potential threat to Mac users. ( 58 comments )

    Apple releases Mac OS X Security Update 2011-005 to stop certificate fraud

    Fri, Sep 9, 2011 - Apple on Friday issued a security update for Mac OS X 10.7 Lion and 10.6 Snow Leopard, addressing a security issue related to fraudulent online certificates. ( 24 comments )

    Apple searching for product security managers after 2nd lost iPhone prototype

    Tue, Sep 6, 2011 - After losing its second iPhone prototype in two years, Apple has posted a pair of job openings for Managers for New Product Security to help safeguard the company's unreleased products and related intellectual property. ( 28 comments )

    iPhone 'jailbreak' prodigy to join Apple as intern

    Thu, Aug 25, 2011 - "Comex," the hacker responsible for several high-profile jailbreak exploits of Apple's iPhone, revealed Thursday that he will be starting an internship with Apple in early September. ( 51 comments )

    Russian online payment site linked to MacDefender malware scam

    Thu, Aug 4, 2011 - After a raid on Russian payment giant Chronopay's offices, authorities have found evidence linking the company to the MacDefender fake anti-virus scam that targeted Mac users. ( 8 comments )

    Apple releases iOS 4.3.4 to address PDF security hole

    Fri, Jul 15, 2011 - Apple on Friday released an update to its iOS mobile operating system for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, addressing a potentially dangerous security flaw related to viewing PDF files in the Mobile Safari Web browser. ( 61 comments )

    Hackers access Apple server with small amount of survey data

    Mon, Jul 4, 2011 - A group of hackers this weekend posted a list of 27 usernames and passwords culled from surveys hosted on an Apple Business Intelligence website. ( 74 comments )

    Apple's iOS more secure than Google's Android, says Symantec

    Tue, Jun 28, 2011 - iOS, the mobile operating system that powers Apple's popular iPhone and iPad devices, offers more protection than its Android counterpart, the security experts at Symantec have concluded in a newly published report. ( 26 comments )

    Apple exploring 'proactive' iPhone security methods for stolen hardware

    Thu, Jun 16, 2011 - Apple could be planning to greatly enhance its "Find My iPhone" security feature in the future, as the company has shown interest in giving users the ability to scramble or delete specific data, or even record audio or visual information in the event that an iPhone is lost. ( 50 comments )

    Bill introduced in US Senate to enforce mobile privacy laws on Apple, Google

    Wed, Jun 15, 2011 - U.S. Sens. Al Franken and Richard Blumenthal on Wednesday introduced legislation that would require companies like Apple, as well as application developers for platforms like iOS, to receive express consent from users before collecting or sharing location information. ( 56 comments )

    MAC Defender variant quickly thwarts Apple's Mac OS X security update [u]

    Wed, Jun 1, 2011 - A day after Apple released a security update for Mac OS X to address the "MAC Defender" malware, a new variant of the bogus antivirus software has been spotted in the wild [update: Apple has quickly responded, too]. ( 124 comments )

    Latest 'MAC Defender' malware attacks Mac OS X without password

    Wed, May 25, 2011 - A new, more dangerous variant of "MAC Defender," dubbed "Mac Guard," has been discovered, and the new malware does not require an administrator password to install. ( 94 comments )

    US Sen. Franken calls on Apple, Google to require app privacy policies

    Wed, May 25, 2011 - U.S. Sen. Al Franken on Wednesday formally requested that both Apple and Google create privacy policies for all applications available for their respective iOS and Android mobile platforms. ( 54 comments )

    'MACDefender' on Apple's radar as OS X malware spreads - report

    Thu, May 19, 2011 - A malware program that targets Mac OS X systems dubbed "MACDefender" has apparently gained traction in the wild, prompting Apple to tell its support representatives they should not attempt to remove the software. ( 95 comments )

    European Union may place tougher privacy restrictions on Apple

    Thu, May 19, 2011 - A new statement from the European Union could lead to greater restrictions on the handling of location data on mobile devices for companies like Apple and Google. ( 19 comments )

    Apple, Google detail mobile privacy policies before US Senate subcommittee

    Tue, May 10, 2011 - Apple Vice President of Software Technology Guy L. "Bud" Tribble spoke to members of the U.S. Senate on Tuesday, and reiterated his company's position that it makes user privacy one of its highest priorities. He also revealed methods the company uses to ensure developers follow the rules, including random audits of App Store software. ( 20 comments )

    Apple's VP of software technology to be witness at US congressional hearing

    Fri, May 6, 2011 - Guy L. "Bud" Tribble, Apple's vice president of software technology, is scheduled to appear at a congressional hearing on mobile privacy on May 10. ( 28 comments )

    Apple releases iOS 4.3.3 with fixes for location database controversy

    Wed, May 4, 2011 - Apple on Wednesday released iOS 4.3.3 for the iPhone, iPod touch and iPad, addressing issues related to location data stored in a database file on devices running iOS 4. ( 36 comments )

    Apple to address iPhone location concerns with quick release of iOS 4.3.3

    Mon, May 2, 2011 - Apple promised last week to release a software update to address a location tracking bug in its iOS mobile operating system, and a pre-release build of iOS 4.3.3 indicates the company is acting quickly to release the update. ( 31 comments )

    New malware attacks Mac OS X users through Apple Safari browser

    Mon, May 2, 2011 - Newly discovered malicious software dubbed "MACDefender" takes aim at users of the Mac OS X operating system by automatically downloading a file through JavaScript. But users must also agree to install the software, leaving the potential threat limited. ( 95 comments )

    Apple executives defend crowdsourced data collection in building new iPhone features

    Wed, Apr 27, 2011 - In an interview focusing on the issue of access to users' location data, Apple executives defended the concept of collecting anonymous data to provide valuable new services in the future. ( 31 comments )

    Steve Jobs outlines Apple's efforts to clarify iPhone location tracking issue

    Wed, Apr 27, 2011 - In an interview with Wall Street Journal blogger Ina Fried, Apple's chief executive Steve Jobs explained the steps his company took to respond to the explosion of interest in reports concerning how iOS devices use location services. ( 30 comments )

    Steve Jobs speaks out on iOS location issue: Apple isn't tracking anyone

    Wed, Apr 27, 2011 - Apple Chief Executive Steve Jobs gave a rare interview this week as his company combats a firestorm of publicity regarding a location database file stored by the iOS operating system, and he reaffirmed that Apple has not been tracking anyone. ( 75 comments )

    Apple issues statement on iOS location controversy, says fix is coming

    Wed, Apr 27, 2011 - Apple on Wednesday responded to growing concern over a bug in the iOS mobile operating system that powers the iPhone and iPad, informing customers that it is not tracking them and revealing that it will address the issue with a forthcoming software update. ( 238 comments )

    Apple, Google called to U.S. Senate hearing on mobile privacy

    Mon, Apr 25, 2011 - As the controversy over persistent location tracking in the iPhone and Google Android devices continues to surge, representatives from Apple and Google have been summoned to a Senate judiciary hearing on mobile technology privacy in May. ( 77 comments )

    iOS location data prompts investigations of Apple in South Korea, Europe

    Mon, Apr 25, 2011 - A file with a comprehensive list of visited locations saved locally on users' iPhones has prompted investigations of Apple from numerous governments, including France, Germany, Italy and South Korea. ( 102 comments )

    Government officials voice concern to Apple over location tracking

    Thu, Apr 21, 2011 - U.S. Senator Al Franken and Congressman Ed Markey have sent letters to Apple CEO Steve Jobs expressing concern over recent reports that Apple's iOS 4 maintains a database with detailed location information, while several European officials are planning investigations into the practice. ( 51 comments )

    iOS location tracking file likely a bug, Apple could address issue with next udpate

    Thu, Apr 21, 2011 - A file that stores a detailed history of the approximate location an iPhone or 3G-equipped iPad has been is a result of a bug in the iOS operating system, and could be addressed by Apple in the next iOS update, according to a new report. ( 84 comments )

    Researchers raise privacy concerns over location tracking in Apple's iOS 4

    Wed, Apr 20, 2011 - Security researchers have discovered that Apple's iOS 4 mobile operating system, found on both the iPhone and iPad, keeps a log of user's locations and saves the data to a hidden file on the device. ( 138 comments )

    Apple rumored to issue iOS 4.3.1 with security, bug fixes within two weeks

    Mon, Mar 21, 2011 - Apple is expected to release a minor update to its mobile operating system for the iPhone and iPad, iOS 4.3.1, in the next few weeks to address bugs and plug security holes, according to a new rumor. ( 34 comments )

    Apple expected to release iOS 4.3.1 'soon' to patch Safari vulnerability

    Fri, Mar 11, 2011 - On the heels of the release of iOS 4.3, Apple is expected to introduce an incremental update for its mobile devices, including the new iPad 2, to patch a newly discovered security hole in the Safari Web browser. ( 21 comments )

    Security firm details new Trojan written for Apple's Mac OS X

    Mon, Feb 28, 2011 - Hackers have written a new "backdoor Trojan" targeted specifically at Apple's Mac OS X operating system that can allow remote operations and password "phishing," as Mac sales and market share continue to grow. ( 80 comments )

    Inside Mac OS X 10.7 Lion: Apple exposing beta to security experts for review

    Fri, Feb 25, 2011 - Apple is inviting security experts to examine its developer preview of Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, apparently the first time it has expanded beyond its core developers to expose its new software to community scrutiny. ( 28 comments )

    Researchers demo ability to steal passwords by jailbreaking Apple's iPhone

    Thu, Feb 10, 2011 - Researchers from Germany have demonstrated a way to quickly retrieve passwords from the stored keychain of a locked iPhone or iPad by obtaining the device and jailbreaking it. ( 66 comments )

    Apple hires former NSA, Navy analyst as security czar

    Sun, Jan 23, 2011 - In response to calls for increased security from enterprise clients, Apple has hired cybersecurity expert and author David Rice as its director of global security, a new report claims. ( 56 comments )

    Two charged in exploit of AT&T website to obtain iPad user data

    Tue, Jan 18, 2011 - US prosecutors filed charges against two men in conjunction with the alleged hacking of AT&T's website last year, which resulted in a list of 120,000 users' names, email addresses, and serial numbers. ( 8 comments )

    New Android malware could produce Chinese botnet, harvest personal data

    Wed, Dec 29, 2010 - Security experts are warning that newly discovered malware targeting Chinese users of Google's Android mobile operating system has "botnet-like capabilities" that could take control of an Android phone by communicating with a central command-and-control server. ( 70 comments )

    Adobe Flash contributes largest number of security patches in Apple's Mac OS X 10.6.5

    Wed, Nov 10, 2010 - Apple has detailed the security issues patched by Mac OS X 10.6.5 and the corresponding Security Update 2010-007 for Mac OS X 10.5, indicating that more than half of the security vulnerabilities in Mac OS X actually affect the Adobe Flash plugin and X11. ( 26 comments )

    Bank of America, Citigroup testing iPhone to replace BlackBerry [u]

    Fri, Nov 5, 2010 - Two of America's largest banks are actively testing Apple's iPhone as a replacement of their existing RIM BlackBerry devices for corporate email. ( 49 comments )

    Briefly: AT&T objection, Skyfire sold-out, PayPal vulnerability

    Wed, Nov 3, 2010 - AT&T issued a statement Wednesday refuting T-Mobile's claim to "America's largest 4G network." The Skyfire browser iOS app, which converts Flash video to HTML5, "sold-out" after just 5 hours of availability, and a security flaw in the PayPal iPhone app could let hackers intercept user passwords. ( 46 comments )

    Java-based Trojan horse targets computers running Apple's Mac OS X

    Wed, Oct 27, 2010 - A newly discovered Trojan horse spreading through social networking sites targets Apple's Mac OS X operating system, including the latest version, 10.6 Snow Leopard, by baiting users into clicking a link. ( 95 comments )

    Apple addresses file sharing security issue in Mac OS X 10.6.4

    Mon, Sep 20, 2010 - Apple on Monday issued a security update for Mac OS X 10.6.4, addressing an issue that could allow a remote attacker to access shared folders without a valid password. ( 10 comments )

    Apple releases Mac OS X security update to patch PDF exploit

    Tue, Aug 24, 2010 - Apple released a Mac OS X security update Tuesday that fixes a critical PDF vulnerability. ( 20 comments )

    Apple ID security bolstered, forums taken offline after apparent hack

    Sun, Aug 15, 2010 - Apple's online support discussion forums were taken offline this weekend after the site was apparently targeted by a malicious attack. The company has also increased its Apple ID account security (which is shared by iTunes) following earlier account fraud. ( 12 comments )

    Software fix coming for iOS vulnerabilities

    Wed, Aug 4, 2010 - Apple confirmed Wednesday that it has developed a fix for the two security vulnerabilities that allow jailbreaking of their iOS software. ( 31 comments )

    Apple investigating jailbreak vulnerabilities

    Tue, Aug 3, 2010 - An Apple spokeswoman acknowledged that the company is looking into a report on software vulnerabilities that allow remote control and 'jailbreaking' of its iOS devices. ( 53 comments )

    Apple's iPad configuration policies reference camera

    Mon, Aug 2, 2010 - AppleInsider has discovered that Apple's iPad management profile policies available to corporate users include the capability to disable use of its camera, providing evidence of future intent to include a camera on upcoming models. ( 28 comments )

    Security experts release software to attack Android phones

    Fri, Jul 30, 2010 - A tool for attacking devices running Google's Android operating system was released by security researchers today at the Defcon hackers conference in Las Vegas. ( 57 comments )

    Millions of Android users hit by malicious data theft app (u)

    Thu, Jul 29, 2010 - An app distributed by Google's Android Market has collected private data from millions of users and forwarded it to servers China, validating Apple's uniquely strong stance on mobile security in the iPhone App Store. ( 217 comments )

    Apple tightens iPhone App Store security

    Tue, Jul 27, 2010 - Responding to piracy problems in the iTunes App Store, Apple has instituted stronger security measures to protect users' accounts. ( 43 comments )

    Apple quietly includes malware prevention update in Mac OS X 10.6.4

    Fri, Jun 18, 2010 - Apple silently updated its Snow Leopard malware protection in this week's Mac OS X 10.6.4 update, targeting a Trojan that disguises itself as iPhoto. ( 59 comments )

    Hackers fire back at AT&T, say all iPads at risk to Safari hole

    Mon, Jun 14, 2010 - Disgruntled at having been characterized as 'malicious' by AT&T, the group of hackers who exploited a hole in the wireless operator's website last week have fired back by accusing both AT&T and Apple of acting irresponsibly in regard to iPad security. ( 58 comments )

    AT&T sends out iPad 3G email leak acknowledgment

    Sun, Jun 13, 2010 - Following the web attack that enabled black hat hackers to obtain a list of private email addresses of its iPad 3G subscribers, AT&T has mailed out a vaguely apologetic acknowledgment of the event explaining what happened. ( 29 comments )

    FBI investigating AT&T security breach that revealed iPad owner emails

    Thu, Jun 10, 2010 - The Federal Bureau of Investigation said Thursday that it has begun a probe into an AT&T security breach that exposed the email address of over 100,000 registered iPad owners. ( 28 comments )

    AT&T website hack leaks iPad 3G user emails [u]

    Wed, Jun 9, 2010 - Black hat hackers have exploited a security flaw on AT&T's web servers which enabled them to obtain email addresses from the SIM card addresses of iPad 3G users. (Updated with statement from AT&T) ( 82 comments )

    Apple's iPhone, Safari exploited at annual hacking contest

    Thu, Mar 25, 2010 - Virtually every major browser and operating system were targets at this week's "Pwn2Own" hacking contest, with Apple Safari, Mozilla Firefox, and Internet Explorer 8 vulnerabilities exploited, along with flaws in the iPhone OS. ( 135 comments )

    Apple recruits former Microsoft, Mozilla security chief

    Tue, Mar 2, 2010 - The former security chief for the Mozilla Corporation and security lead for Microsoft's Windows XP Service Pack 2 has moved on to Apple, where she will serve as the senior security product manager, according to a new report. ( 39 comments )

    Apple updates Boot Camp with Windows 7 support

    Tue, Jan 19, 2010 - Apple on Tuesday updated its Boot Camp software and issued new drivers and utilities to allow users to run Microsoft's latest operating system, Windows 7. The Mac maker also issued its first security update of 2010, addressing 12 vulnerabilities. ( 61 comments )

    Malicious worm attacks, steals data from jailbroken iPhones

    Mon, Nov 23, 2009 - iPhones with modified software could be vulnerable to a new, malicious worm that can allow remote access and control without the owner's knowledge or permission. ( 63 comments )

    First-known iPhone worm 'Rickrolls' jailbroken Apple handsets

    Mon, Nov 9, 2009 - The iPhone's first worm -- a playful, wallpaper-changing prank that only affects jailbroken phones -- could be a sign of more dangerous things to come. ( 100 comments )

    Apple looks to hire new iPhone OS security manager

    Thu, Nov 5, 2009 - As hackers continue to exploit the iPhone platform to run unauthorized code, Apple is in the process of hiring a new security manager to help lock down its mobile operating system. ( 30 comments )

    Apple's Snow Leopard upgrades Mac OS X, downgrades Flash

    Thu, Sep 3, 2009 - While Snow Leopard makes a number of improvements to Apple's Mac OS X machines, for those who have kept Adobe Flash up to date, installing the new operating system will reportedly downgrade the software. ( 74 comments )

    Snow Leopard to warn Apple users of malware - reports

    Wed, Aug 26, 2009 - Only days before the launch of Apple's upcoming operating system upgrade, Snow Leopard, numerous online reports have alleged that the final build includes an anti-malware feature. ( 69 comments )

    Apple aware of iPhone OS 3.0 e-mail security bug

    Tue, Aug 18, 2009 - The act of deleting an e-mail within iPhone OS 3.0 isn't enough to destroy its contents, and Apple is reportedly aware of the flaw and could be working on a fix. ( 41 comments )

    Hack can open up iPhone to push messaging exploit

    Wed, Jul 22, 2009 - While a variety of sources have published a story accusing the iPhone 3.0 software of broadcasting instant messages to random iPhones, in reality this exploit affects only users who have hacked their phone and made it vulnerable. ( 66 comments )

    Apple working to fix unreleased iPhone SMS exploit

    Thu, Jul 2, 2009 - Tipped off by a Mac OS X security expert, Apple is working to repair a serious security flaw in the iPhone’s operating system – one that could allow an attacker to track the phone’s location via GPS, eavesdrop on conversations via the microphone, or create a mobile bot net capable of unleashing denial of service attacks. ( 24 comments )

    Apple plugs critical Java security hole affecting Tiger, Leopard

    Mon, Jun 15, 2009 - Apple on Monday finally got around to patching a widely-publicized security flaw in the version of Java shipping with Mac OS X, which could leave a Mac open to attack while browsing the web. ( 44 comments )

    Microsoft announces free anti-virus service for Windows

    Thu, Jun 11, 2009 - Leading anti-virus software producers Symantec and McAfee will face new competition in the lucrative market for fixing Windows when Microsoft launches its own free security service, dubbed Morro, sometime in the second half of 2009. ( 81 comments )

    Security firm warns of Java vulnerability in Mac OS X

    Wed, May 20, 2009 - The version of Java that Apple currently includes with Mac OS X contains a critical security vulnerability that has gone unrepaired for months and may put Mac OS X users at risk, Mac security software developer Intego said Wednesday. ( 55 comments )

    Apple hires One Laptop Per Child security expert and noted critic

    Wed, May 13, 2009 - Apple has hired Ivan Krstic, the developer of the security architecture for the One Laptop Per Child project's XO system and subsequently a vocal critic of the failed OLPC program. Krstic is a prodigy security guru with anti-malware credentials. ( 59 comments )

    Over 100 fixes in 10.5.7; Security Update 2009-002 in testing

    Tue, Apr 7, 2009 - Another week has passed and another beta of Mac OS X 10.5.7 has fallen into the hands of Apple developers. Separately, Apple is also beta testing its second security update of the year for certain Mac OS X distributions. ( 26 comments )

    Apple developing 'stealth' biometric security for iPhone

    Fri, Mar 27, 2009 - Apple has developed a new technique that would hide a biometric reader inside an iPhone or a Mac and let owners lock down their systems with fingerprints or even facial recognition -- all without ever having to break from their usual routine. ( 52 comments )

    Pwn2Own contest winner: Macs are safer than Windows

    Thu, Mar 26, 2009 - Charlie Miller, the security expert who won both this and last year's CanSecWest Pwn2Own security contests by exploiting Macs running Safari, repeated in an interview that he'd recommend Macs to typical users as a safer alternative to Windows PCs. ( 41 comments )

    Mac security researcher wins Pwn2Own contest with Safari hack

    Thu, Mar 19, 2009 - In a repeat performance of last year, security researcher Charlie Miller arrived at the CanSecWest conference this week with a prepared exploit to use in cracking Safari running on Mac OS X. ( 82 comments )

    Two new trojan horses threaten Mac software pirates

    Mon, Jan 26, 2009 - Tens of thousands of users who've downloaded pirated versions of iWork '09 or Photoshop CS4 may have opened their Macs to remote attacks from malicious users. ( 92 comments )

    New QuickTime 7.6 addresses quality, security

    Wed, Jan 21, 2009 - Apple just released the new QuickTime 7.6, which includes updates for encoding quality, reliability, compatibility, and security enhancements. ( 25 comments )

    Road to Mac OS X Snow Leopard: 64-bit security

    Fri, Jan 16, 2009 - In addition to the benefits detailed in previous articles in this series, the move to 64-bits in Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard will enhance Apple's efforts to secure its operating system. ( 41 comments )

    Apple pulls support note recommending antivirus software

    Wed, Dec 3, 2008 - Apple has removed a widely publicized support document from its website that encouraged Mac OS X users to install antivirus software, explaining that its operating system was designed with safeguards to protect against malicious attacks on its own. ( 60 comments )

    Apple: iPhone security holes, contacts lag, GPS quirks to be fixed soon

    Thu, Aug 28, 2008 - A third software update for the iPhone 3G due next month will fix a broad assortment of problems and security issues that users have reported with the handset, say company spokespeople and a pair of alleged emails from chief executive Steve Jobs. ( 45 comments )



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