Software and hardware does have a use by date. Even though the equipment or software may still appear serviceable, if the vendor stops supplying updates, then the threat actors will start looking for vulnerable unsupported targets. Martin has written about this over on the Octagon Blog this month: Older versions …
Apple Patches Everything
The security updates this time include back-patching an already exploited vulnerability to older operating systems. There is also something new this month, new operating systems for Macs, iPhones and iPads. Updates are available for: Here is the link to the Apple support page, with update details: Apple security releases – …
Apple Updates Everything
The security updates this time include patching a high-severity vulnerability that has been exploited in zero-day attacks targeting Google Chrome users. Updates are available for: Here is the link to the Apple support page, with update details: Apple security releases – Apple Support (UK) Your Takeaway Automatic updates only gets …
Fake Zoom
Before the pandemic nearly no one had heard of Zoom, but following a stellar take up of the service there is hardly anyone online who has not used it. This makes it a perfect target for hackers: Be Careful With Fake Zoom Client Downloads – SANS Internet Storm Center Your …
Apple Updates – May 2025
Ahead of Microsoft’s Patch Tuesday, next week, Apple has issued patches and updates across its product range. Here is the link to the Apple support page, with update details: Apple security releases – Apple Support Your Takeaway Automatic updates only gets you so far, if you have any Apple devices …
