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  1. M

    Safari vs Chrome Security and Privacy: Which is better?

    Safari vs Chrome Security and Privacy: Which is better? I am looking to see what people think about Safari (9 to 10+) and Chrome (Version 52+) in regards to security and privacy. But specifically on MacOS and not on iOS or Windows. I have yet to find a compelling article on comparing both. Thanks!
  2. J

    NSA hacked:What Snowden say about it?

    Following are the Snowden Tweets about NSA Hacked 1) NSA traces and targets malware C2 servers in a practice called Counter Computer Network Exploitation, or CCNE. So do our rivals. 2) NSA is often lurking undetected for years on the C2 and ORBs (proxy hops) of state hackers. This is how we...
  3. V

    iPhone Secure Image Upload On Server

    https://www.sellmyapp.com/downloads/secure-image-upload-on-server/ "Secure Image Upload On Server" – new project that provides security for personal information during exchange. Presented source code may be useful to: - freelancers; - clients who want confidentiality. Let's consider few...
  4. dollystereo

    Dropbox nasty OS X behaviour, gain complete computer control

    This type of behaviour shouldn't be allowed by apple, they just don't care. I am really more and more convinced that big companies don't really care about our privacy and security. This is a serious issue, that has been documented for a while...
    • dollystereo
    • Thread
    • admin dropbox security
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: macOS
  5. Avenged110

    Protect 10.9.5 from CVE-2016-4631 & 4632?

    According to Apple's information (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT206903), they patched ImageIO exploits CVE-2016-4629 and CVE-2016-4630 on Mavericks. However, they do not claim to have patched 10.9.5 with regard to CVE-2016-4631 or CVE-2016-4632. From how these have been described to me, this...
  6. Mentok..The Mind Taker

    Hotspot, 802.1X error, Ethernet In-->Wifi Out

    This seems like a difficult fix. . . What I am Attempting to accomplish: Use my MacBook Pro (Mid 2010, El Capitan) as a Wifi Hotspot for my Galaxy s5 to connect to (Ethernet in -->Wifi out) My Problem: First, my ethernet connection will not authenticate, though I can browse the...
    • Mentok..The Mind Taker
    • Thread
    • 2010 802.1x el capitan error ethernet connection galaxy s5 macbook pro mid security wifi hotspot
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  7. D

    General apple two-factor authentication

    Is there a way to make a device that is logged in but not trusted, so any notification and verification will not be sent to that device?
    • dxmac99
    • Thread
    • security two-factor authentication
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: iOS 9
  8. You are the One

    (Security) Keydnap malware is hungry for credentials

    New OSX/Keydnap malware is hungry for credentials plus the Reg article on the same topic: ⌘+c malware smacks Macs, drains keychains, pours over Tor Related: What You Need to Know About Mac Malware 'Backdoor.MAC.Eleanor'
  9. noanker

    Question about iOS and using public WiFi

    Quick question regarding using public WiFi with iOS. The grocery store where I shop is an older construction and as such has awful cellphone reception inside. I just found out they have free WiFi in the store and typically would only access iMessage and perhaps Notes and Reminders whilst...
    • noanker
    • Thread
    • end to end encryption ios notes public wifi reminders security vpn
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: iOS 9
  10. vbctv

    Allow From Anywhere?

    I know this is missing from Beta 1 and hopefully will return, but has anyone figured out how to open apps that require the Allow from Anywhere enabled? I have 2 apps that I cannot open, one says it's damaged and move to trash and the other is non-verified. I can't open either without this...
  11. l0renz

    Malware on my Mac?

    Hi all Recently I downloaded a disk image file from the internet which had some consequences. It installed MacKeeper and a HelperBar safari extension. Those are the files I could find. However, when I read articles on the internet, some words from that article are highlighted, to point out it's...
    • l0renz
    • Thread
    • access enforcement file junk malware privacy scam security spam
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: macOS
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    50 000 live cams to see people everywhere

    Download Web Camera Online to view and control thousands of public surveillance web cameras and spy security IP cameras around the world
  13. S

    Which Add-Ons Are You Using With TenFourFox

    Currently I am using these for privacy / ad blocking - • BetterPrivacy • Bluhell Firewall • uBlock Origin • Disconnect Plus a few others, such as - • User Agent Switcher
    • sawpits
    • Thread
    • add-ons powerpc security tenfourfox
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: PowerPC Macs
  14. dwright1974

    Apple Watch sold but still linked to me

    Hi I wonder if someone on here can help me! I've sold my Apple Watch on eBay. The seller has received it and he can't pair it because it is asking for my iCloud password even though I reset it. What it appears is Activation Lock is set on it. I thought I was clued up on Apple security but...
  15. - rob -

    Universal PerchLive - Dashcam and Security Cams Anyone Can Watch

    Hey Everyone, I've just released Perch Live, a new Dashcam and Security Cam app for iPhone and iPad that broadcasts Live and Historical Video that anyone can watch instantly anywhere. The Perch Live iOS app captures video and turns your iPhone or iPad into a "Lens." The Perchlive.com Website...
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    iPod touch Signs of a bugged iPod?

    I have reason to suspect someone may have wanted to bug/wiretap my iPod for calls made through Google Hangouts, skype, and facebook messenger. Some weird things I'm not sure are signs or not of a bugged iPod: - Storage usage on iPod reads 9.7GB used, however in adding up all the listed apps...
  17. lukasmmm

    How could it be possible with my stolen iPhone?

    Hi, I had a bad day and it happened so that my iPhone 5S with ios 9.3.1 slipped out of my pocket somewhere in the city. When I found out that I'm missing my device (max 10 minutes since last seen in my palm) it was already turned off which means no use of "Find my iPhone" app. My device had...
    • lukasmmm
    • Thread
    • bypass find my iphone ios9 issues location locked lost passcode security stolen
    • Replies: 56
    • Forum: iPhone
  18. ommz

    Best file/folder locker for sensitive files?

    Need your opinion guys. I need to lock my sensitive files. Here are the 2 main ones I've tried so far: TitanLock - http://titanlockapp.com Folder Lock - http://www.newsoftwares.net/folderlock/ Quick comparison Folder lock Larger user base Many say it's more stable Well tested Support for...
    • ommz
    • Thread
    • encryption folder lock security titanlock
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Mac Apps
  19. B

    MS Office 365 Security

    Our company has MS Office 365. Many of us have set up email exchange with this service to access company email. Recently I learned that the company has the ability to remotely wipe my personal iPhone. This seems like a pretty big backdoor in my iPhone. Other than my companies access of the...
    • boulderuser
    • Thread
    • back door iphone office 365 security security questions
    • Replies: 22
    • Forum: iPhone
  20. Nos Apps

    Nos Apps was there first Whatsapp!

    The recent announcement that Whatsapp are now providing E2E caused a bit of frustration in the NOS Microsystems office. This is down to the fact that we have been offering E2E in all our messenger apps for years now, and now Whatsapp have come along and have stolen all of our thunder. We felt...
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