macOS stories - Page 3
Apple reveals new productivity features for the iPhone, iPad and Mac
Wed, 29th Sep 2021
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Apple has updated its iWork suite of productivity apps with new features, enabling users to present in new ways and work with documents on the go.
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New malware strain targeting Mac users for only $49
Tue, 27th Jul 2021
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New malware strain targets MacOS users, stealing information. Hackers can buy licenses for $49 on the Darknet. Spoofed emails used to trick victims.
Jamf acquires tools from cmdSecurity to secure macOS enterprise offerings
Wed, 10th Mar 2021
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Jamf has acquired technical assets from cmdSecurity to enhance its Apple device management platform with new security capabilities.
Parallels’ latest Windows on Mac solution ready for Big Sur
Thu, 20th Aug 2020
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virtualisation
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Desktop 16 for Mac is designed to integrate and blend with the latest MacOS and comes in standard, pro and business editions.
Apple teases new macOS Big Sur & goes all-in on silicon SoC
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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personal computing devices
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operating systems
Apple unveils macOS Big Sur and a bold shift to its custom-designed silicon SoC, promising enhanced performance and new developer opportunities.
Jamf extends Apple expertise through security firm buyout
Mon, 19th Aug 2019
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Jamf has acquired Digita Security to enhance its Apple management suite with robust endpoint protection, addressing rising Mac demand and security needs.
10 times malware proved that MacOS isn't bulletproof
Mon, 8th Jul 2019
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personal computing devices
In the first half of 2019, ten distinct malware threats have targeted macOS, dispelling the myth of its impenetrability, says SentinelOne.
Apple gets serious about enterprise & security features
Fri, 14th Jun 2019
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personal computing devices
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Features include new BYOD policies, managed Apple IDs, security enhancements, and even an app that allows users to find their phone or their friends.
Apple previews macOS Catalina
Tue, 4th Jun 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
New security features keep users better protected and voice control lets users control their Mac entirely with their voice.
BeyondTrust updates remote access solution
Thu, 9th May 2019
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public cloud
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pam
BeyondTrust launches Privileged Remote Access 19.1, introducing features to integrate third-party solutions, simplify workflows and bolster security.
Apple's MacBook Pro gets a performance spruce up; MacOS Mojave coming soon
Fri, 13th Jul 2018
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personal computing devices
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apple
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mobility
Apple’s MacBook Pro is getting a spruce up with new 8th-generation Intel Core processors, a quieter keyboard, and much more.
Microsoft welcomes Ziften as its newest 'Windows Defender' for macOS and Linux
Wed, 6th Jun 2018
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open source
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personal computing devices
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Ziften is now contributing macOS, Linux, and Windows support to the Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) advanced hunting project.
Ziften & Microsoft: The partnership bringing threat defence to almost every OS
Tue, 29th May 2018
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smartphones
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endpoint protection
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Ziften's partnership with Microsoft is making serious headway into bringing microsoft security technology into the heart of all operating systems.
Macs under attack – what you can do to secure your device
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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Macs are no longer immune to malware; Bitdefender's new antivirus offers robust protection against a range of threats, ensuring your device and data stay safe.
Apple confirms that macOS and iOS are vulnerable to Meltdown bugs
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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smartphones
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Security issues known as Meltdown and Spectre affect all modern processors, including Apple's Mac systems and iOS devices. No known exploits at this time.
MacOS High Sierra zero-day shows Keychain passwords in plain text
Wed, 27th Sep 2017
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MacOS users who are starting the upgrade to High Sierra are vulnerable to a proof-of-concept attack that shows their online passwords in plain text.
OceanLotus malware proves that MacOS attackers are rapidly honing their craft
Tue, 4th Jul 2017
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Despite its low profile, the OceanLotus backdoor for MacOS has become more advanced and more targeted than ever before.
It's time for MacRansom: New ransomware goes after MacOS
Mon, 19th Jun 2017
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Fortinet has warned of a Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) that is making its home on a webportal hosted on the TOR network.
Welivesecurity reports new crypto-ransomware hitting macOS
Mon, 13th Mar 2017
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Crypto-ransomware campaign for Mac targets users with fake patcher applications distributed via BitTorrent sites.
Bitdefender discovers new Mac malware on the scene
Fri, 17th Feb 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
Another notorious Mac malware has popped up on the scene. Xagent can rob users of passwords, iPhone backup data and take screenshots.