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Apple iTunes security flaw discovered
November 18, 2005
A vulnerability in software that helps manage iTunes could allow an attacker to launch arbitrary code.
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Apple fixes broken OS X patch
August 19, 2005
Issues new security update to replace one that disabled support for 64-bit applications in the operating system.
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Apple fixes Java flaws in Mac OS
September 14, 2005
Updates fix a handful of vulnerabilities that could be used to bypass security restrictions.
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Apple plugs 'critical' holes in OS X
September 23, 2005
Ten new patches for the Macintosh operating system address myriad flaws that open systems to remote attacks, experts say.
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Mac OS X in hackers' crosshairs, report says
March 22, 2005
Symantec has warned that as Apple's market share rises, its operating system will come under increased attack.
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Apple updates Mac OS to squash bugs
June 28, 2006
Operating system update includes fixes for several security flaws as well as general feature updates.
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Bluetooth worm targets Mac OS X
February 17, 2006
Pest isn't believed to have attacked users yet, but two examples of malicious software to target Mac OS in two days may signal trend.
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Apple plugs 25 Mac OS X flaws
April 19, 2007
Fourth security update this year addresses vulnerabilities that could let attackers hit Macs.
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Apple Mac OS X patch plugs 31 vulnerabilities
November 29, 2006
Bundle of fixes includes patch for zero-day Wi-Fi hijack flaw and other bugs, some that could let an attacker commandeer Macs.
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Apple fixes 26 Mac OS flaws
August 2, 2006
Some of the vulnerabilities are serious and could be used in malicious attacks to commandeer Macs.
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Apple launches new Macintosh ad campaign
May 3, 2006
With Microsoft's Vista operating system suffering setbacks, Apple Computer seizes an opportunity.
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Apple OS X security fix busts 64-bit support
August 18, 2005
Most recent fixes patch flaws in the operating system, but they also break support for some applications.
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Is Mac OS as safe as ever?
February 27, 2006
Trio of threats suggest hackers are now eyeing the previously ignored software. Should fans worry?
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McAfee bites into Apple security
May 5, 2006
Launches antivirus for Mac, saying Apple's operating system is "just as vulnerable" to targeted attacks as its competitors.
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Vista, Leopard, Linux to compete in hack contest
February 7, 2008
An ethical hacking contest will pit the three operating systems against each other next month at CanSecWest conference.
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Java glitch hits OS X update
April 19, 2005
Recent update causes Java-related headaches for some Mac owners, Apple has acknowledged.
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Darwin flaws survive in Apple's Mac OS X
January 19, 2005
An audit of the open-source OS from which Apple borrowed much of the Mac OS X code reveals vulnerabilities that affect Apple's software.
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Apple flaws put both Macs and PCs at risk
May 12, 2006
Patches arrive for more than 40 holes affecting QuickTime, used by Apple and Windows systems, and Mac OS X.
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Widget security worries dog Apple
May 21, 2005
Concerns about a potentially serious security issue in Tiger persist despite an OS update from Apple earlier this week.
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Adobe fixes PDF reader flaws
July 12, 2006
If left unpatched, vulnerabilities in Adobe Systems' PDF reader software could put Windows, Mac users at risk of cyberattack.
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