Security News

Your iPhone and Mac now automatically install security patches

It’s a feature of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1 and macOS 26.1, but users have the option to deactivate it.

Check Your Mac Security Update Status with SilentKnight

Check on the status of Mac updates to Xprotect, MRT, and firmware with third party tool (app) Silent Knight.

macOS Gatekeeper & XProtect review: How well does Apple’s free antivirus defend a Mac from malware

Apple’s security layers fight the good fight, but malware and suspect applications can still be installed if warnings are ignored.

How to change your Apple Account password

If you think your account has been hacked, if you’ve logged in on a shared device or if you haven’t updated your password in a while, it’s a good idea to update it.