August 16, 2019

Hacker Conventions

35 minutes

Summer is when hackers get together to present and discuss malware, vulnerabilities, and exploits. Two big hacker conventions - Black Hat and DEF CON - were held recently, and we discuss some of the Mac-related discoveries. We also look at some interesting news, including certain Macs being banned by the FCC, and answer a listener question about ransomware and files on a Mac.

Facebook admits to reviewing Messenger app audio with ‘hundreds of contractors’

The FAA has banned recalled MacBook Pros from all flights — like any other bad battery

How a 'Null' License Plate Landed One Hacker in Ticket Hell

Four major dating apps expose precise locations of 10 million users

The full version of Josh’s 28-minute Objective by the Sea v2.0 talk “Fun with Mac Malware Attribution” is now available to watch online

HT201222 (Apple's security updates page)

CUPS (Common UNIX Printing System)

These Legit-Looking iPhone Lightning Cables Will Hijack Your Computer

Apple expands its bug bounty, increases maximum payout to $1M

Patrick Wardle's talk about “Harnessing Weapons of Mac Destruction”

Hackers Can Turn Everyday Speakers Into Acoustic Cyberweapons

McDonald's restaurant turns to opera to drive out loitering teenagers

NCC Group Uncovers Dozens of Vulnerabilities in Six Leading Enterprise Printers

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