#LockdownMode

Apple: Mercenary spyware attacks target iPhone users in 92 countries

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April 11, 2024 at 10:20AM Apple has warned iPhone users in 92 countries of a “mercenary spyware attack” attempting to compromise their devices remotely. It advises taking immediate action, including enabling lockdown mode and updating software. These sophisticated attacks often target journalists, activists, and politicians. Apple is actively notifying and assisting users in response to … Read more

Apple ‘Lockdown Mode’ Bypass Subverts Key iPhone Security Feature

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December 5, 2023 at 05:51PM Researchers at Jamf Threat Labs found ways to bypass Apple’s Lockdown Mode, which aims to prevent cyberattacks. Although the mode reduces vulnerabilities by limiting certain features and functions, the researchers could mimic Lockdown Mode’s signals, misleading users while allowing malware operations. This highlights an industry-wide security oversight on maintaining device … Read more