Tag: iphone
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Apple is building photo verification for the people who need it most
Apple has introduced Apple Reference Image, an opt-in feature designed to verify the authenticity of photos taken with iPhone 18 Pro models. Apple Reference Image provides … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/09/10/apple-reference-image-iphone-18-pro/
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WeChat Zero-Click Worm Took Over Accounts on iPhone and Android via Incoming Calls
Researchers at the security firm Calif have built a worm that takes over a WeChat account via an incoming call and demonstrated it spreading among three test phones.The person being called does not have to answer or touch their phone for it to work, but the caller must already be one of their WeChat contacts.…
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Pegasus and NoviSpy Used Against Serbian Protesters
Serbian activists were targeted with zero-click Pegasus and NoviSpy spyware, exposing a major surveillance campaign ahead of elections. A member of Serbia’s student protest movement had their iPhone infected with NSO Group’s Pegasus spyware without ever clicking a link or opening a file. The Citizen Lab confirmed the infection in collaboration with the SHARE Foundation,…
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Pegasus Zero-Click Exploit Infects Serbian Student Activist’s iPhone
Pegasus infected a Serbian student activist’s iPhone through an iMessage zero-click exploit First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/pegasus-zero-click-exploit/
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Pegasus Zero-Click Spyware Exploit Infects Serbian Student Movement Member’s iPhone
The iPhone belonging to a member of Serbia’s student protest movement was infected with NSO Group’s Pegasus spyware, according to new findings from the Citizen Lab in collaboration with the SHARE Foundation.”Our analysis confirmed that an iMessage zero-click exploit was used to infect the device with NSO Group’s Pegasus spyware,” the Citizen Lab said. “We…
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Smashing Security podcast #483: This AI helps thieves steal your iPhone
You’ve had your iPhone stolen. A day later, you get a text from Apple saying they’ve found it, and a very helpful woman called Alice from Apple Support calls to walk you through recovering it. She’s polite. She’s professional. But she is not from Apple. She’s not even human. And she’s about to break into…
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Firefox for iPhone Adds Built-In Ad Blocker to Block Third-Party Ads and Trackers
Mozilla has introduced a built-in ad blocker for Firefox on iOS, providing iPhone users with a native option to block many third-party advertisements and advertising-related trackers before they load in the browser. Announced on September 1, 2026, this feature aims to reduce intrusive browsing elements such as pop-ups, overlays, and display advertisements that take up…
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13 Malicious Packagist Packages Target Unpatched iPhones to Steal Crypto Wallet Seeds
Cybersecurity researchers have identified a set of 13 malicious Composer theme packages on Packagist that are designed to inject JavaScript into Vietnamese movie and comic streaming sites that install those libraries and initiate the deployment of spyware aimed at unpatched iOS devices.”The injected code runs two operations against a site’s visitors: a mobile ad-fraud and…
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13 Malicious Packagist Themes Exploit iPhone Vulnerabilities to Steal Crypto Wallet Seeds
13 malicious Composer theme packages on Packagist that turn Vietnamese movie and comic streaming websites into delivery points for iPhone spyware, gambling redirects, ad fraud, and cryptocurrency-wallet theft. Once an operator installs one of the trojanized themes through Composer, the bundled front-end JavaScript is served to every visitor. Mobile users are selectively targeted, while iPhone…
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AnonyMousKIT phishing-as-a-service uses AI voice calls to steal iPhone passcodes
A phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platform called AnonyMousKIT is automating the theft of Apple ID credentials needed to remove Activation Lock from stolen iPhones, SOCRadar … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/08/26/anonymouskit-phishing-stolen-iphone/
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KI-Phishing nach iPhone-Diebstahl durch FakeSupport
Nach einem iPhone-Diebstahl rufen KI-Agenten wie ‘Alice vom Apple Support” Opfer an, um Entsperrcodes für den Wiederverkauf zu erbeuten. First seen on it-daily.net Jump to article: www.it-daily.net/it-sicherheit/cybercrime/ki-phishing-iphone
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AnonyMousKIT PhaaS uses voice AI agents to phish iPhone passcodes
A newly uncovered phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platform called AnonyMousKIT automates the retrieval of codes used to unlock stolen Apple devices and disable the Activation Lock feature. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/anonymouskit-phaas-uses-voice-ai-agents-to-phish-iphone-passcodes/
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Apple Patches Critical iPhone Flaws: Attackers Could Run Malicious Code
Apple patched critical iPhone flaws that could allow malicious code execution, including an ImageIO vulnerability. Here’s what users should know. First seen on esecurityplanet.com Jump to article: www.esecurityplanet.com/threats/news-apple-critical-iphone-security-flaws-august-2026/
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Apple Warns Users in 110 Countries of Mercenary Spyware as iPhone Alerts Get Harder to Miss
Apple sent a new wave of mercenary spyware threat notifications to targeted users in 110 countries, while making the warnings more visible on iPhones. The alerts signal suspected targeting, not confirmed compromise, and Apple is urging affected users to verify the warning, consider Lockdown Mode, and seek expert help. The post Apple Warns Users in…
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Apple Addresses 28 Security Flaws Across macOS, iOS, and iPadOS
Apple has released security updates for iPhones, iPads, and Macs to address 28 vulnerabilities across its latest operating systems. These updates, issued on August 17, 2026, include iOS 26.6.1, iPadOS 26.6.1, macOS Tahoe 26.6.2, and security fixes for older devices with iOS 18.7.10 and iPadOS 18.7.10. The patches impact a wide range of supported Apple…
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Phishing-Angriffe über Facetime
Vor Kurzem hat Apple in einem Supportbeitrag seine iPhone and iPad-Kunden vor einer neuen Phishing-Angriffswelle gewarnt. Zur initialen Kontaktaufnahme setzen die Angreifer unter anderem auch auf die Videokommunikationsplattform Facetime und geben sich als Mitarbeiter des Apple-Kundensupports aus. Um ihre Angriffe möglichst überzeugend zu gestalten, bringen sie gefälschte Anrufer-IDs und gefälschte Logos zum Einsatz. In die…
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Coruna, DarkSword iOS Exploits Proliferate Globally
Sophisticated iPhone exploit chains previously limited to nation-states are spreading far and wide to organized cybercrime groups. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/coruna-darksword-ios-exploits-proliferate-globally
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DarkSword Server Combines iPhone Exploits With Fake Apple ID Login Page
Tags: apple, credentials, cyber, data-breach, exploit, google, group, intelligence, iphone, login, risk, threatDarkSword’s leaked iOS exploit chain is now powering a fast”‘moving server cluster that marries one”‘click Safari exploitation with a convincing fake Apple ID login page, putting millions of iPhone users at risk of seamless device compromise and credential theft. Originally disclosed by Google Threat Intelligence Group, iVerify, and Lookout, the kit was later leaked to…
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Product showcase: Guardio Mobile Security turns breach alerts into a recovery plan
Guardio Mobile Security brings several protection features to iPhone and Android, allowing users to monitor exposed personal information, identify phishing attempts, and … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/08/03/product-showcase-guardio-mobile-security/
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8 Best Password Managers (2026), Tested and Reviewed
Keep your logins locked down with our favorite password management apps for PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, and web browsers. First seen on wired.com Jump to article: www.wired.com/story/best-password-managers/
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Sieht aus wie das faltbare iPhone das es noch gar nicht gibt
Tags: iphoneFirst seen on t3n.de Jump to article: t3n.de/news/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-sieht-aus-wie-faltbares-iphone-1754055/
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Apple Fixes 194 Security Flaws Across iPhone, Mac and Other Devices
Apple’s latest iPhone, iPad and Mac updates patch 194 unique security flaws involving root access, kernel code execution and protected data. The post Apple Fixes 194 Security Flaws Across iPhone, Mac and Other Devices appeared first on TechRepublic. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/news-apple-security-updates-194-vulnerabilities/
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Apple iOS 26.6 Update Fixes Flaws Allowing Kernel-Level Code Execution and Root Access
Apple has released iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6, a significant security update that addresses numerous vulnerabilities across core operating system components, media frameworks, WebKit, wireless services, and application frameworks. Released on July 27, 2026, this update is available for iPhone 11 and later models, as well as supported iPads. It should be prioritized for deployment…
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New usbliter8 SecureROM Exploit Enables iOS 27 Jailbreak on iPhone 11 Pro
A new developer-focused project, usbliter8-fun, showcases an iOS 27 jailbreak workflow specifically for the iPhone 11 Pro. It combines the usbliter8 SecureROM exploit with a custom firmware restoration process. This proof of concept targets Apple’s A13-based iPhone 11 Pro. It is labeled as experimental, destructive, and unsuitable for use on primary devices. New usbliter8 SecureROM…
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2.2 Million Vehicles Exposed to KARR Bluetooth Security Flaw
Millions of drivers with a dealer-installed KARR Security System are being urged to update their KARR alarm using an iPhone or Android device after researchers uncovered a Bluetooth vulnerability that could allow nearby attackers to unlock or immobilize affected vehicles. First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article: thecyberexpress.com/karr-security-system-flaw/
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2.2 Million Vehicles Exposed to KARR Bluetooth Security Flaw
Millions of drivers with a dealer-installed KARR Security System are being urged to update their KARR alarm using an iPhone or Android device after researchers uncovered a Bluetooth vulnerability that could allow nearby attackers to unlock or immobilize affected vehicles. First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article: thecyberexpress.com/karr-security-system-flaw/
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Mobiler VS-NfD-Arbeitsplatz auf iOS-Basis – WorkSPACE für indigo nativ auf iPhone und iPad
Tags: iphoneFirst seen on security-insider.de Jump to article: www.security-insider.de/workspace-fuer-indigo-nativ-auf-iphone-und-ipad-a-d58d99460304cfcf57ae41f3ed8fa0cd/
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Scammers weaponize FaceTime to drain bank accounts
Apple is warning iPhone and iPad users that scammers are using FaceTime calls to trick them into handing over money and account details. The company says scammers use social … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/07/17/apple-facetime-calls-scams/
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Product showcase: Protect your iPhone with McAfee Mobile Security
McAfee Mobile Security for iOS combines scam protection, web protection, VPN, Wi-Fi security, and device security checks in a single app. It is also available for Android. … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/07/09/product-showcase-mcafee-mobile-security-ios/
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Savi’s app aims to protect consumers from realistic AI scams like kidnappers demanding ransom
The company just raised $7 million in seed funding, and is launching its app for iPhone and Android on Tuesday. First seen on techcrunch.com Jump to article: techcrunch.com/2026/07/07/savis-app-aims-to-protect-consumers-from-realistic-ai-scams-like-kidnappers-demanding-ransom/