December 20, 2017
Windows 10 Facial Recognition Feature Can Be Bypassed with a Photo
Microsoft has released updates earlier this month to patch a vulnerability in the Windows 10 Hello facial recognition system that allows an attacker to bypass the facial scan with a printed photo. Source: Windows 10 Facial Recognition Feature Can Be Bypassed with a Photo
Apple Inc.’s iPhone and iPad introduced a novel way of interacting with computers: via easy-to-use applications, accessible in the highly curated App Store. Source: Apple Plans Combined iPhone, iPad & Mac Apps to Create One User Experience
December 13, 2017
Maker of sneaky Mac adware sends security researcher cease-and-desist letters | ZDNet
“If there’s code that’s mining data and hiding itself on a computer without any way of removing it, that’s malware, plain and simple.” Source: Maker of sneaky Mac adware sends security researcher cease-and-desist letters | ZDNet
December 12, 2017
HP laptops found to have hidden keylogger – BBC News
A researcher finds more than 460 models have the hidden software pre-installed. Source: HP laptops found to have hidden keylogger – BBC News
December 11, 2017
Zero-day iOS HomeKit vulnerability allowed remote access to smart accessories including locks, fix rolling out
A HomeKit vulnerability in the current version of iOS 11.2 has been demonstrated to 9to5Mac that allows unauthorized control of accessories including smart locks and garage door openers. Our unders… Source: Zero-day iOS HomeKit vulnerability allowed remote access to smart accessories including locks, fix rolling out