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Mac's are NOT a safer alternative to PC's! Rising number of unique threats for OS X in 2012

Mac's are NOT a safer alternative to PC's! Rising number of unique threats  for OS X in 2012 | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it

 

Read the complete Report from SYMANTEC here [PDF]:

 

- https://www.symantec.com/content/en/us/enterprise/other_resources/b-istr_main_report_v18_2012_21291018.en-us.pdf

 

Check also:

 

- https://gustmees.wordpress.com/2012/11/29/cyber-hygiene-ict-hygiene-for-population-education-and-business/

 

- https://gustmees.wordpress.com/2012/07/11/cyberhygiene-hygiene-for-ict-in-education-and-business/

 

 

Check also other infographics here:

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/securite-pc-et-internet?tag=Infographic

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/21st-century-learning-and-teaching?tag=Infographic

 

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Read the complete Report from SYMANTEC here [PDF]:

 

- https://www.symantec.com/content/en/us/enterprise/other_resources/b-istr_main_report_v18_2012_21291018.en-us.pdf

 

Check also:

 

- https://gustmees.wordpress.com/2012/11/29/cyber-hygiene-ict-hygiene-for-population-education-and-business/

 

- https://gustmees.wordpress.com/2012/07/11/cyberhygiene-hygiene-for-ict-in-education-and-business/

 

 

Check also other infographics here:

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/securite-pc-et-internet?tag=Infographic

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/21st-century-learning-and-teaching?tag=Infographic

 

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April 19, 2013 7:59 AM
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Apple updates Safari, gives better control over Java applets

Apple updates Safari, gives better control over Java applets | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
Apple has pushed out a Safari update to go along with this week's "Java Tuesday" fix.

It's supposed to give you finer-grained control over Java in your browser.

Paul Ducklin puts it through i...
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April 17, 2013 11:10 AM
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Identity Theft: Keeping Safe in an Online World [Infographic]

Identity Theft: Keeping Safe in an Online World [Infographic] | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it

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April 4, 2013 9:38 AM
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An estimated 38,000 users is still infected with the Flashback Trojan, the first malware targeting Mac users

An estimated 38,000 users is still infected with the Flashback Trojan, the first malware targeting Mac users | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
An estimated 38,000 users is still infected with the Flashback Trojan, the first malware targeting Mac users that didn't have to get their p...
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- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security?tag=Flashback

 

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March 29, 2013 4:39 PM
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Another iPhone Passcode Bypass Vulnerability Discovered

Another iPhone Passcode Bypass Vulnerability Discovered | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
A glitch in the iOS kernel of Apple’s much maligned iOS 6.1 is responsible for yet another passcode bypass vulnerability, the second to surface this month.
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A glitch in the ===> iOS kernel of Apple’s much maligned iOS 6.1 <=== is responsible for yet another passcode bypass vulnerability, the second to surface this month.

 

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- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

Gust MEES's curator insight, March 29, 2013 4:36 PM

 

A glitch in the ===> iOS kernel of Apple’s much maligned iOS 6.1 <=== is responsible for yet another passcode bypass vulnerability, the second to surface this month.

 

Check also:

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

Gust MEES's curator insight, March 29, 2013 4:41 PM

 

A glitch in the ===> iOS kernel of Apple’s much maligned iOS 6.1 <=== is responsible for yet another passcode bypass vulnerability, the second to surface this month.

 

Check also:

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

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March 21, 2013 10:15 AM
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Infosecurity - New lock screen bypass bug in Apple’s latest iOS

Infosecurity - New lock screen bypass bug in Apple’s latest iOS | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
Just one day after Apple’s bug-fixing new iOS 6.1.3 was released – which included a fix to a lock-screen bypass vulnerability and broke the Evasi0n jailbreak tool – a new lock screen bypass is revealed.
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- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

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March 21, 2013 8:57 AM
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iOS 6.1.3 security flaw allows passcode lock bypass... again [VIDEO]

iOS 6.1.3 security flaw allows passcode lock bypass... again [VIDEO] | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
iOS 6.1.3 has only just been released by Apple, and already a security hole has been followed - allowing anyone to bypass the passcode lock on iPhones, and access private data on the device.

Any...
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iOS 6.1.3 has only just been released by Apple, and already a security hole has been followed - allowing anyone to bypass the passcode lock on iPhones, and access private data on the device.

 

Check also:

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

Gust MEES's curator insight, March 21, 2013 8:52 AM

 

iOS 6.1.3 has only just been released by Apple, and already a security hole has been followed - allowing anyone to bypass the passcode lock on iPhones, and access private data on the device.


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- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security


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March 14, 2013 9:48 PM
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Apple posts security update for Safari and OS X

Apple posts security update for Safari and OS X | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
Remote code flaws in browser fixed

 

Apple has released security updates to protect users from remote code executions in the company's Safari and OS X platforms.

The company said that the Safari 6.0.3 update would include fixes to patch vulnerable components of the browser and its WebKit engine. The update includes fixes for flaws which, if targeted by an attacker, could allow for remote code execution attacks.

 

Additionally, the update addresses a pair of flaws in the browser which could be exploited by attackers to perform a cross-site scripting attack.

 

Apple is recommending that users running OS X Lion download the Safari update through the Apple Software Update application.

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Apple is recommending that users running OS X Lion download the Safari update through the Apple Software Update application.

 

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- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

Gust MEES's curator insight, March 14, 2013 9:53 PM

 

Apple is recommending that users running OS X Lion download the Safari update through the Apple Software Update application.

 

Check also:

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

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March 4, 2013 2:00 PM
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Safari now blocks all but latest version of Flash plugin

Safari now blocks all but latest version of Flash plugin | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it

A little over a month ago, Mozilla has announced that Firefox will be preventing all plug-ins except the current version of Flash from loading automatically, requiring users who explicitly want to use them to start them themselves.

Last week, Apple has decided to do the same with older versions of the Adobe Flash Player plug-in.

 

MacGizmoGuy - Russell T. Baer's curator insight, March 5, 2013 11:59 AM

Flash and Java - Sneaky back-doors to Mac-Nasties!!

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February 27, 2013 2:25 PM
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Second iPhone passcode hack vulnerability discovered

Second iPhone passcode hack vulnerability discovered | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
You too can get into somebody's locked iPhone, particularly if you have a prehensile tail and don't mind (almost) placing a phony emergency call. Which you a) probably don't and b) hopefully do.

 

But as Macworld noted, this isn't the first time Apple has had to grapple with an iPhone password security flaw.


Gust MEES's insight:

Nobody is perfect!!!

 

Gust MEES's curator insight, February 27, 2013 2:29 PM

Nobody is perfect!!!


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February 26, 2013 7:47 AM
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Apple: Most Admired No More? - Forbes

Apple: Most Admired No More? - Forbes | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
Guest post written by Brad Chase Brad Chase is founding partner at Capital Media Partners, an international communications firm, and adjunct professor of communications studies at the University of San Francisco.

 

The mythic glory of the invincible Apple brand is evaporating in numerous ways:

 

False Illusion of Security

 

For years, Apple users crowed that Macs are safer than PCs and security software is unnecessary – a myth perpetuated by commerce. Cyber criminals focused their efforts on PCs because it’s more profitable to go after the far larger population of PC users. But success breeds danger and a series of large-scale attacks on Macs, as well as major media outlets like The Wall Street Journal, has finally made Mac users feel vulnerable.

 Read more in the article: 

 

- http://www.forbes.com/sites/ciocentral/2013/02/25/apple-most-admired-no-more/?utm_campaign=techtwittersf&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social

 

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February 20, 2013 1:22 PM
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Apple Hack Signals No Company Is Safe From Latest Malware Attack

Apple Hack Signals No Company Is Safe From Latest Malware Attack | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
Apple said Tuesday its employees' computers had been hacked, signaling that even a company once thought to be hacker-proof is vulnerable to a sophisticated attack that has claimed a growing number of victims.
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Nor are the private persons!!!

 

Check also:

 

- https://gustmees.wordpress.com/2012/11/29/cyber-hygiene-ict-hygiene-for-population-education-and-business/

 

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February 19, 2013 9:12 PM
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Apple releases Java update for OS X to protect users against vulnerability used in its hacking

Apple releases Java update for OS X to protect users against vulnerability used in its hacking | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
Apple has today released an update for Mac OS X users that delivers improved security for those that are running Java on their machines. This update repairs a vulnerability used to ...
Gust MEES's curator insight, February 19, 2013 9:10 PM

A quick response, hat down ;)

 

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April 19, 2013 10:41 AM
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#Privacy: Apple Reveals How Long it Retains Siri Data (2 years)!

#Privacy: Apple Reveals How Long it Retains Siri Data (2 years)! | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
Apple's Siri has become known as one of the iPhone's most powerful tools, but now the length of time that system holds user data has come under the spotlight.

 

Amidst inquiries from the American Civil Liberties Union, an Apple spokeswoman told Wired that

 

===> Apple keeps "anonymized Siri data for up to two years, <===

 

[and] if a user turns Siri off, both identifiers are deleted immediately along with any associated data."

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- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

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April 17, 2013 11:39 AM
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Why Cyber Security is Important [Infographic]

Why Cyber Security is Important [Infographic] | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
Today's infographic is about the AlienVault Open Threat Exchange or OTX, which is a multinational effort to aggregate, and disseminate the fingerprints and  forensics of the latest cyber attacks. The infographic is full of statistics on malware, hack attacks and such.

Via Gust MEES
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Check also other infographics here:

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/securite-pc-et-internet?tag=Infographic

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/21st-century-learning-and-teaching?tag=Infographic

 

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- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

Gust MEES's curator insight, April 17, 2013 11:39 AM

 

Check also other infographics here:

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/securite-pc-et-internet?tag=Infographic

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/21st-century-learning-and-teaching?tag=Infographic

 

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- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

Paula Correia's curator insight, April 19, 2013 5:15 AM

Porque é que a cibersegurança é importante?

O infográfico mostra estatísticas relacionadas com a falta de segurança no universo cibernético e nas redes de comunicação (malware, ataques de hackers etc.) e chama a atenção para os riscos dos ataques cibernéticos (Propriedade intelectual, privacidade pessoal, etc..)

Zhao KQiang's curator insight, March 27, 2014 6:56 AM

the graph shows the  information about lots of internet connector of the majority countries have the risk of lost information of finance or personal information

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April 12, 2013 8:07 AM
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Hacking lessons learned: how to cover your digital ass [Infographic]

Hacking lessons learned: how to cover your digital ass [Infographic] | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
Mat Honan got owned last year and it sucked, but you can still learn his lesson.

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A MUST read!!!

 

Check also other infographics here:

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/securite-pc-et-internet?tag=Infographic

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/21st-century-learning-and-teaching?tag=Infographic

 

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- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

 

Gust MEES's curator insight, April 12, 2013 7:59 AM

 

A MUST read!!!

 

Check also other infographics here:

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/securite-pc-et-internet?tag=Infographic

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/21st-century-learning-and-teaching?tag=Infographic

 

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- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

 

 

Gust MEES's curator insight, April 12, 2013 8:06 AM

 

A MUST read!!!

 

Check also other infographics here:

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/securite-pc-et-internet?tag=Infographic

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/21st-century-learning-and-teaching?tag=Infographic

 

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- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

 

Dico Krommenhoek's curator insight, April 14, 2013 2:50 PM

Naast geinige kanten kent ICT zoals bekend ook nare randjes. Alleen normaal doen, helpt niet altijd. Gust Mees is een autoriteit op het gebied van digitale veiligheid. Mooie infographic collectiecollectie

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April 3, 2013 12:23 PM
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Who Wrote the Flashback OS X Worm? — Krebs on Security

Who Wrote the Flashback OS X Worm? — Krebs on Security | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
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A MUST read to find out how easy it is to trace back people when one has the right knowledge!!! ===> NOBODY IS PERFECT!!! <===

 

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March 22, 2013 4:37 PM
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Apple Security Exploit Lets Someone Reset Your Password With Just Your Email and Birthdate

Apple Security Exploit Lets Someone Reset Your Password With Just Your Email and Birthdate | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
An Apple account exploit allows anyone with your email address and date of birth to reset your Apple ID and iCloud account password. First reported by The Verge, the exploit use...
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You can, and should, set up two-step verification on your Apple accounts now here.

 Check also: - http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security ;

 

Gust MEES's curator insight, March 22, 2013 4:29 PM

 

You can, and should, set up two-step verification on your Apple accounts now here.

 Check also: - http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security ;
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March 21, 2013 9:41 AM
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New Yantoo Mac Trojan Uses Browser Plugin to Inject Ads into Websites

New Yantoo Mac Trojan Uses Browser Plugin to Inject Ads into Websites | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
New Yantoo Mac Trojan Uses Browser Plugin to Inject Ads into Websites
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Researchers from security firm Doctor Web have uncovered a new Mac Trojan that’s designed to inject advertisements into the websites visited by the user, allowing cybercrminals to make a profit via affiliated ad network programs.

 

Check also:

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 
Gust MEES's curator insight, March 21, 2013 9:35 AM

 

Researchers from security firm Doctor Web have uncovered a new Mac Trojan that’s designed to inject advertisements into the websites visited by the user, allowing cybercrminals to make a profit via affiliated ad network programs.


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- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security


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March 18, 2013 12:20 PM
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Man Accused Of Stealing 100,000 Email Addresses From iPads Will Be Sentenced

Man Accused Of Stealing 100,000 Email Addresses From iPads Will Be Sentenced | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
NEWARK, New Jersey (AP) — A man convicted of illegally gaining access to AT&T's servers and stealing more than 100,000 email addresses of iPad users is facing sentencing.
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The former Arkansas resident was convicted in November of identity theft and conspiracy to gain unauthorized access to computers. Prosecutors are seeking a sentence of 33 to 41 months. Auernheimer's attorney says his client should receive probation.


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- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security


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March 9, 2013 12:47 PM
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Help! My Mac's Been Hacked!

Help! My Mac's Been Hacked! | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
Mac users get hacked, too. Here are some tips for when you think your Apple's core is rotten with malware.

 

No one is immune to malware, and, though Apple users have been largely ignored by the bad guys, malware targeted at Apple machines is on the rise. Last year's Flashback trojan, for instance, made users think twice about security. If you are (or suspect you have been) infected with malware, here are some tips on how to clean up your system and keep it from happening again.

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                               ===> Nobody Is Perfect!!! <===

 

No one is immune to malware, and, though Apple users have been largely ignored by the bad guys, malware targeted at Apple machines is on the rise. Last year's Flashback trojan, for instance, made users think twice about security. If you are (or suspect you have been) infected with malware, here are some tips on how to clean up your system and keep it from happening again.

 

Gust MEES's curator insight, March 9, 2013 12:52 PM

 

                           ===> Nobody Is Perfect!!! <===

 

No one is immune to malware, and, though Apple users have been largely ignored by the bad guys, malware targeted at Apple machines is on the rise. Last year's Flashback trojan, for instance, made users think twice about security. If you are (or suspect you have been) infected with malware, here are some tips on how to clean up your system and keep it from happening again.

 

 

AnnC's curator insight, March 10, 2013 10:42 PM

save just in case you need this later.

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A Two-Second Tip To Make Your iPhone Password SUPER Secure

A Two-Second Tip To Make Your iPhone Password SUPER Secure | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
iPhone Passcode Security Improves With Accented Letters And Special Characters - The Huffington Post
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Voila! There's your new, tougher-to-guess passcode. Your husband, child or iPhone thief will have no idea what hit 'em.


Gust MEES's curator insight, March 2, 2013 9:46 AM

Check it out!

 

Voila! There's your new, tougher-to-guess passcode. Your husband, child or iPhone thief will have no idea what hit 'em.

 

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February 27, 2013 12:40 PM
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Things That Make You Go Hmmm… About Apple "Security"

Things That Make You Go Hmmm… About Apple "Security" | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
F-Secure Security Labs brings you the latest online security news from around the world. Ensure that you are up-to-date with the latest online threats to guarantee your online wellbeing.
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A MUST read!

 

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February 25, 2013 1:23 PM
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Cyber attack of Apple exposes online risks for brands

Cyber attack of Apple exposes online risks for brands | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
The recent spate of high-profile hackings of global organisations means brands must implement robust security measures
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Check also:

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/apple-mac-ios4-ipad-iphone-and-in-security

 

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/securite-pc-et-internet?tag=Nobody-is-perfect

 

- http://gustmees.wordpress.com/2012/10/11/learning-basics-of-cyber-security-by-easy-to-follow-steps/

 

- http://gustmees.wordpress.com/2012/11/29/cyber-hygiene-ict-hygiene-for-population-education-and-business/

 

- http://gustmees.wordpress.com/2013/01/23/is-your-professional-development-up-to-date/

 

 

 

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February 20, 2013 10:19 AM
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Apple patches the Java hole its own developers fell into - eventually

Apple patches the Java hole its own developers fell into - eventually | Apple, Mac, MacOS, iOS4, iPad, iPhone and (in)security... | Scoop.it
Shortly after admitting that its own techies got infected thanks to a Java hole, Apple has pushed out a Java update for the rest of us.

Apple, with this most recent update, seems to have washed ...

 

Both Facebook and Apple have now admitted to being owned due to malicious Java code hosted inadvertently by a website popular with mobile developers.



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Nobody is PERFECT!!!

 

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