Apple Faces Legal Battle Over Child Abuse Content Storage on iCloud
A lawsuit against Apple alleges the company knowingly allowed child abuse material on iCloud, highlighting tensions between privacy and child protection. The case, which could include over 2,600 victims, stems from Apple's abandoned CSAM detection initiative and may reshape tech industry safety protocols.
Apple Faces $1.2 Billion Lawsuit Over Abandoned Child Safety Scanning System
Apple is being sued for $1.2 billion by child abuse victims after abandoning plans to scan iCloud for CSAM content. The lawsuit, representing over 2,600 victims, argues that Apple's decision enables continued circulation of abuse materials while the company defends its commitment to fighting exploitation.
Apple's Latest iOS Updates Thwart iPhone Hacking Tool Graykey, Leaked Documents Reveal
Internal documents expose how law enforcement's Graykey device can now only perform partial data extractions from recent iOS versions, highlighting the ongoing battle between Apple's security and forensic tools. The tool's effectiveness varies across devices, with complete failure on iOS 18.1 beta versions.
Ghost Tap: The Invisible Threat Draining Bank Accounts Through Contactless Payments
A new hacking technique called Ghost Tap allows cybercriminals to steal funds through contactless payments by exploiting NFCGate technology, enabling fraudulent purchases without physical access to cards. The attack combines banking malware and coordinated mules to relay tap-to-pay data globally within seconds.
Apple's Stealth iOS Update Challenges Law Enforcement, Boosts User Privacy
Apple's iOS 18.1 introduces an 'inactivity reboot' feature, automatically restarting iPhones after four days of inactivity. This update enhances user security but complicates forensic investigations, highlighting the ongoing balance between privacy and law enforcement needs.