About the security content of macOS Sonoma 14.7.2 – Apple Support

December 11, 2024 at 01:33PM Multiple vulnerabilities were identified in macOS Sonoma 14.7.2, impacting user data access, kernel privileges, and sandbox security. Updates addressing various issues, including logic, path handling, memory management, and permissions, have been released to mitigate risks. Users are encouraged to install the latest security updates. ### Meeting Takeaways on macOS Sonoma … Read more

About the security content of macOS Ventura 13.7.2 – Apple Support

December 11, 2024 at 01:33PM On December 11, 2024, Apple is releasing updates for macOS Ventura 13.7.2, addressing various vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-54477, CVE-2024-54527, etc.) that could allow apps to access sensitive data or execute arbitrary code. Improved checks and validations were implemented for better security measures. ### Meeting Takeaways #### Release Details: – **Apple ID**: 121842 … Read more

New iOS Security Feature Reboots Devices to Protect User Data: Reports

November 12, 2024 at 05:07AM The latest iOS release includes a security feature that reboots locked devices that remain unlocked for extended periods, enhancing user data protection. Here are the key takeaways from the meeting notes: – A new feature in the latest iOS release is designed to enhance security. – This feature automatically reboots … Read more

Schneider Electric Launches Probe After Hackers Claim Theft of User Data

November 5, 2024 at 05:06AM Hackers have allegedly stolen sensitive user data by breaching Schneider Electric’s Jira system, prompting the company to initiate an investigation. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Incident Overview**: Hackers have reportedly breached Schneider Electric’s Jira system, claiming to have stolen sensitive user data. 2. **Affected Information**: The stolen information includes sensitive user data. … Read more

Privacy Anxiety Pushes Microsoft Recall AI Release Again

November 1, 2024 at 05:45PM Microsoft has delayed the release of its AI tool, Recall, to address cybersecurity concerns raised by professionals about securing user data. Originally set for October, it’s now expected in December, with enhanced privacy features. The company aims to balance AI usability with strong security measures to protect user information. ### … Read more

About the security content of tvOS 17.5 – Apple Support

October 15, 2024 at 02:21PM Apple TV’s tvOS 17.5 addresses multiple security vulnerabilities, enhancing memory handling and input validation. Key issues include potential system shutdowns, app terminations, arbitrary code execution, and user data access. Updates are available for Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K models. ### Meeting Takeaways on tvOS 17.5 Security Updates **Release … Read more

About the security content of iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 – Apple Support

October 15, 2024 at 02:15PM Apple has addressed multiple vulnerabilities in iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5, including issues related to memory handling, logic flaws, and input validation, which could lead to unauthorized access or code execution. Updates are available for various iPhone and iPad models starting from XS and newer. ### Meeting Takeaways **Release Overview:** … Read more

LinkedIn Halts AI Data Processing in UK Amid Privacy Concerns Raised by ICO

September 21, 2024 at 10:19AM LinkedIn has suspended processing users’ data in the U.K. for training AI models after concerns were raised about using U.K. user information. The U.K. Information Commissioner’s Office intends to monitor companies offering generative AI capabilities to ensure data protection. Users outside Europe can opt out of their data being used … Read more

An attorney says she saw her library reading habits reflected in mobile ads. That’s not supposed to happen

May 18, 2024 at 01:09PM Attorney Christine Dudley was startled to see in-game ads on her Android tablet that mirrored the audiobooks she had recently checked out from the San Francisco Public Library. This raised concerns over the privacy of library reading material. This reflects broader concerns about digital privacy in libraries, as well as … Read more

Dating apps kiss’n’tell all sorts of sensitive personal info

May 4, 2024 at 02:03PM Dating apps harvest excessive personal data from users, with poor privacy protection. Mozilla’s research flagged 22 out of 25 popular dating apps for privacy concerns. This includes gathering sensitive information like HIV status, and sharing user data for advertising. Many apps also plan to integrate AI, raising further privacy issues. … Read more