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Apple fixes zero-day exploited in ‘extremely sophisticated’ attacks
Apple has released emergency security updates to patch a zero-day vulnerability that the company says was exploited in targeted and “extremely sophisticated” attacks. “A physical attack may disable USB Restricted Mode on a locked device,” the company revealed in an advisory targeting iPhone and iPad users. “Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have […]
First Apple-notarized porn app available to iPhone users in Europe
The first Apple-notarized porn app, “Hot Tub,” is now available to iPhone users in Europe through the alternative app marketplace, AltStore PAL. Apple does not allow pornographic or adult content apps on the official Apple App Store. However, to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), Apple is now required as a “gatekeeper” to allow […]
Windows 11’s Start menu is getting iPhone and Android integration
Windows 11’s Start menu is getting a big update with full-fledged Android and iPhone integration, allowing users improved access to users’ mobile texts and images from their computers. Previously, the feature was limited to Android phones, but now it works with iPhones too. According to Microsoft’s blog post, you’ll need Windows 11 Build 4805 or higher […]
Apple fixes this year’s first actively exploited zero-day bug
Apple has released security updates to fix this year’s first zero-day vulnerability, tagged as actively exploited in attacks targeting iPhone users. The zero-day fixed today is tracked as CVE-2025-24085 [iOS/iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, watchOS, visionOS] and is a privilege escalation security flaw in Apple’s Core Media framework. “A malicious application may be able to elevate privileges. Apple is aware of a report […]
iPhones now auto-restart to block access to encrypted data after long idle times
Apple has added a new security feature with the iOS 18.1 update released last month to ensure that iPhones automatically reboot after long idle periods to re-encrypt data and make it harder to extract. While the company has yet to officially confirm this new “inactivity reboot” feature, law enforcement officers were the first to discover […]
AWS, Azure auth keys found in Android and iOS apps used by millions
Multiple popular mobile applications for iOS and Android come with hardcoded, unencrypted credentials for cloud services like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure Blob Storage, exposing user data and source code to security breaches. Exposing this type of credentials can easily lead to unauthorized access to storage buckets and databases with sensitive user data. Apart from […]
How to Protect Your iPhone and Data from Theft
When your iPhone gets stolen, it’s natural to fear that a thief might unlock it and access your personal data. Yes, a thief can unlock your iPhone, but it’s complicated and often requires specific methods or tools. They might use your phone’s IMEI number to request an unlock or try to bypass the passcode using certain tricks. […]
iPhone Users On T-Mobile Will Be Able To Enjoy Satellite Messaging With iOS 18 Later This Year
Apple made its mark by introducing satellite connectivity in 2022 on the iPhone 14. While the feature was well received, the functionality was limited to text for emergency services. With iOS 18, the tech giant shared plans to expand messages via satellite and make services available when there is a lack of Wi-Fi or cellular connections. Some users have […]
The New Color Of The iPhone 16 Pro Could Simply Be ‘Rose’, While Rose Gold Is Out Of The Equation
A new rumor coming straight out of China claims that Apple plans to introduce a brand-new ‘Rose’ color for the iPhone 16 Pro. It is still unclear if it will be the only special color the company will release this year alongside the standard Black and White. While this is not the first time we […]
Apple Could Release The First Public Beta Of iOS 18 Tomorrow For The iPhone
Apple released the first beta of iOS 18 to developers soon after its developer event last month, which was packed with a handful of new features the company announced at the WWDC event. Up until now, the company has seeded three developer betas, each more stable than its predecessor, and we expect the company to […]