Apple
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Apple Advances Passkey Interoperability with New Import/Export Feature
Apple has unveiled a new import and export feature for passkeys, aiming to enhance security and usability in credential management. The new process eliminates insecure file transfers and improves the interoperability of passkeys across applications.
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Apple Prevents Over $9 Billion in Fraudulent Transactions in Last Five Years
Apple Inc. has revealed that it prevented more than $9 billion in fraudulent transactions in the last five years, particularly noting over $2 billion in the year 2024 alone, through stringent App Store policies aimed at protecting users from deceptive apps and other malicious activities.
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Major Vulnerabilities Discovered in Apple’s AirPlay: Millions At Risk
A new report reveals critical vulnerabilities in Apple’s AirPlay that threaten billions of devices. Cybersecurity firm Oligo has identified numerous weaknesses that could enable unauthorized control, data theft, and communication interception, calling for immediate action from users and manufacturers.
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Tech Giants Lead Push for Shorter Digital Certificate Lifespans
Tech giants Apple and Google are leading a significant initiative to reduce the maximum lifespans of digital certificates, aiming to strengthen cybersecurity and mitigate risks associated with long-term certificates. The proposal suggests a maximum validity of 90 days from Google and 47 days from Apple, potentially revolutionizing internet safety standards.
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Cybersecurity Week in Review: Key Developments in AI and Privacy Issues
This week’s cybersecurity headlines reveal critical developments, including the creation of a fake passport using ChatGPT, Apple’s appeal against a UK encryption order, and Oracle’s confirmation of a cyber incident involving obsolete servers, all underscoring growing concerns around AI misuse and user privacy.
