Tag: security
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Twitter challenges whistleblower allegations of poor security and endangering people’s data
Twitter officials on Wednesday disputed a whistleblower’s allegations that the social media company violated rules and laws, endangering users’ personal data. Twitter executive Jay Sullivan, testifying before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, discredited the allegations of Peiter “Mudge” Zatko, formerly the company’s top security official. “The company disagrees with much of the…
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Apple warns of security flaw for iPhones, iPads and Macs
SAN FRANCISCO — Apple disclosed serious security vulnerabilities Wednesday for iPhones, iPads and Macs. The software flaws could potentially allow attackers to take complete control of these devices, Apple said in two securityreports. The company said it is “aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited.” Security experts have advised users…