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How good is Apple’s built-in iCloud Keychain password manager?

Why pay for a password manager when Apple gives you one for free?

iOS 17.5 includes these 15 security patches for iPhone users

Apple shared the specifics of the iOS 17.5 vulnerability fixies on its Security Updates site.

Security Bite: Here’s what malware your Mac can detect and remove

Ever wonder what malware macOS can detect and remove without help from third-party software? Apple continuously adds new malware detection rules to Mac’s built-in XProtect suite.

Hackers are using fake apps to distribute this dangerous Mac malware

If you thought the best MacBooks were safe from malware, think again, as hackers now have Apple’s computers fixed firmly in their sights.

Massive data leak: 2.7 billion records of U.S., Canada, UK residents, including Social Security numbers

Aug 23, 2024 | > Recent, Security

Last week, a threat actor publicly leaked a 277 GB data dump containing nearly 2.7 billion records. The leak includes...

OS 17.6.1 just released with urgent bug fixes — download now

Aug 8, 2024 | > Recent, macOS, Security

If you haven't updated your iPhone to iOS 17.6.1 yet, you should definitely do it as soon as possible. Originally...

Every Apple device gets a bug-fix OS update

Aug 1, 2024 | > Recent, iPad/iPhone, macOS, Security, watchOS

If you own an Apple device, it probably needs an operating system update. That includes iPhone, Mac, iPad Apple Watch,...

Checkup Tips for Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Nov 6, 2021 | Security

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and whether you’re an expert or are new to iPhone, iPad, Mac, and more, it...

Apple’s Child-Protection Features and the Question of Who Controls Our Smartphones

Aug 15, 2021 | iCloud, Security

Apple’s Software Chief Explains ‘Misunderstood’ iPhone Child-Protection Features (Exclusive) Video Apple’s tools for...

How to Stop iCloud Calendar Spam

Jun 29, 2021 | iCloud, iPad/iPhone, macOS, Security

We first wrote about iCloud calendar spam back in 2016. At the time, spammers had figured out a way to send calendar...

Apple Releases iOS 12.5.4 to Block Security Vulnerabilities in Older iOS Devices

Jun 16, 2021 | iPad/iPhone, Security

In a continued show of support for iOS devices that cannot update to iOS 14, Apple has released iOS 12.5.4 for older...

Apple Releases iOS 14.5.1, iPadOS 14.5.1, macOS 11.3.1, and watchOS 7.4.1

May 3, 2021 | iPad/iPhone, macOS, Security, watchOS

Oops. Apple just released iOS 14.5.1 and iPadOS 14.5.1 to fix an important bug in iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5. If you had...

How to Check for Compromised or Leaked Passwords on iPhone-iPad

Feb 6, 2021 | iCloud, iPad/iPhone, Security

Have you ever wondered if the passwords to any of your online accounts have been compromised in a data breach? You’re...

Update to iOS 14.4 to Protect Yourself Against Security Vulnerabilities

Feb 2, 2021 | iPad/iPhone, Security

The new iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4 updates from Apple include patches for a trio of potentially serious security...

Does an iPhone Need Antivirus Software

Jan 14, 2021 | iPad/iPhone, Security

Smartphones have become integral to our lives, helping us to keep track of appointments, conduct our banking, send and...

Forgot your Mac’s password?

Dec 29, 2020 | macOS, Security

Here's how to get back into your locked-down computer. Dusting off and powering up an old MacBook only to realize you...

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