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Apple to add 'lockdown' mode to protect users from spyware attacks

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Apple plans to roll out a 'lockdown' option for iPhones, iPads and Mac computers. The feature is intended to protect against spyware unleashed by state-sponsored hackers. Apple believes the extra layer of protection will be valuable to activists, journalists and other targets of hacking attacks launched by well-funded groups.

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Times of India

iOS 16 brings 'Lockdown Mode' to iPhone to protect chats, web browsing from targeted spyware: Here's how it works

Apple detailed two initiatives to help protect users who may be personally targeted by some of the most sophisticated digital threats.

2 years ago·India

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NZ Herald

Apple to add 'lockdown' mode to protect users from spyware attacks

The safeguard will cover iPhones, iPads and Mac computers.

2 years ago·Auckland, New Zealand

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The Epoch Times

Apple to Release New 'Lockdown Mode' as It Battles Spyware Firms

Apple Inc. on Wednesday said it plans to release a new feature called “Lockdown Mode” this fall that aims to add a new layer of protection for human rights advocates, political dissidents, and other targets of sophisticated hacking attacks. The move comes after at least two Israeli firms have exploited flaws in Apple’s software to remotely break into iPhones without the target needing to click or tap anything. NSO Group, the maker of the “Pegasu…

2 years ago·New York, United States

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Tech Wire Asia

Apple introduces lockdown mode to deal with spyware

In 2021, Apple found itself dealing with spyware problems after reports of mobile devices being easily hacked. The Pegasus spyware by NSO Group was reported to be able to take control of Apple devices remotely, turning them into spying tools.The spyware was exposed by investigative reports last year and showed several governments using the tool to spy and monitor the conversations of selected individuals. Among the countries involved included In…

2 years ago·Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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Gizbot

Apple Lockdown Mode To Protect iPhones, iPads & Macs From Spyware Attacks; Here's How

The new Apple Lockdown mode by Apple for iPhones, iPads and Macs is designed to fight hacking campaigns and targeted spyware like NSO Groups Pegasus.

2 years ago

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Malwarebytes

Apple Lockdown Mode helps protect users from spyware

Apple has announced a new feature called Lockdown Mode, designed to provide a safer environment on iOS for people at high risk of what Apple refers to as "mercenary spyware."

2 years ago

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iOS 16 brings 'Lockdown Mode' to iPhone to protect chats, web browsing from targeted spyware: Here's how it works

iOS 16 brings 'Lockdown Mode' to iPhone to protect chats, web browsing from targeted spyware: Here's how it works

Apple to add 'lockdown' mode to protect users from spyware attacks

Apple to add 'lockdown' mode to protect users from spyware attacks

Apple to Release New 'Lockdown Mode' as It Battles Spyware Firms

Apple to Release New 'Lockdown Mode' as It Battles Spyware Firms

Apple introduces lockdown mode to deal with spyware

Apple introduces lockdown mode to deal with spyware

Apple Lockdown Mode To Protect iPhones, iPads & Macs From Spyware Attacks; Here's How

Apple Lockdown Mode To Protect iPhones, iPads & Macs From Spyware Attacks; Here's How

Apple Lockdown Mode helps protect users from spyware

Apple Lockdown Mode helps protect users from spyware

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