Intego Mac Podcast

By Intego

Join the Intego Mac security experts for the latest Apple news, industry opinions, and a splash of security advice in our easy-to-digest, entertaining, and informative podcast series.

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October 19, 2023Episode 314: Why Are the Apple Pencil and iPad Product Lines so Confusing?
Apple releases a new Apple Pencil, which joins the Apple Pencil and the Apple Pencil in the company's product line. If you think this is confusing, take a look at the current iPad models available. Apple needs to simplify. We also discuss the week's security news.
Show Notes:
French authority leaks iOS 17.1 launch date
Chrome on iOS and Android will now detect URL typos
Josh’s bad experience with Adblock Plus’s typo correction feature in 2012
Signal responds to “vague viral reports alleging a Signal 0-day vulnerability”
Dozens of stalking victims join AirTag class action suit against Apple
Over 40,000 admin portal accounts use 'admin' as a password
OSX/CrescentCore: Mac malware designed to evade antivirus
Apple introduces new Apple Pencil, bringing more value and choice to the lineup
Everything you can do with the Apple Pencil and Logitech Crayon on your iPad
“Yuck! Nobody Wants a Stylus” (Jobs, 2007) vs. Apple Pencil (Schiller, 2015)
Steve Jobs introduces the consumer/pro, desktop/portable quadrant
Apple rolls out iPad eSIM support in China
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28min
October 12, 2023Episode 313: DragonEgg, Watering Holes, Google Passkeys, and curl
We look at DragonEgg malware for Android, which has a link to some Mac surveillanceware, and is a watering hole. Google is now requiring passkeys for personal accounts. And the curl command line tool has a serious vulnerability that Apple needs to patch.
Show Notes:
About the security content of iOS 17.0.3 and iPadOS 17.0.3
About the security content of iOS 16.7.1 and iPadOS 16.7.1
curl 8.4.0 resolves a high-severity vulnerability
Researchers Link DragonEgg Android Spyware to LightSpy iOS Surveillanceware
Cloudflare, Google, Amazon, Microsoft explain what’s behind the largest DDoS attacks ever
Apple bows to China, starts enforcing App Store rules
Firefox tests a built-in checker for fake reviews
Google will now make passkeys the default for personal accounts
What are Passkeys, and how do they work?
Three Individuals Convicted for Laundering Money Stolen from Scam Victims Through Gift Cards
‘I felt powerless’: how a crypto scam cost a finance boss £300,000
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30min
October 05, 2023Episode 312: Top 10 Features of macOS Sonoma
We look at the top 10 new features in macOS Sonoma, then take a closer look at two of the features that we think everyone should check out.
Show Notes:
Top 10 New Features in macOS Sonoma
How to Use Web Apps in macOS Sonoma, and Why You Should
How to Use Desktop Widgets on macOS Sonoma
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30min
September 28, 2023Episode 311: Getting Ready for macOS Sonoma
Apple has released macOS Sonoma, and we discuss how to prepare your Mac to upgrade to this new operating system. We also talk about the dozens of security fixes included in macOS Sonoma, and how one file format that has been supported on the Mac for decades is going away.
Show Notes:
Apple releases macOS Sonoma 14, Safari 17 with 60+ security updates
Apple patches Predator-exploited vulnerabilities for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS
PostScript’s sudden death in Sonoma
Is My Intego Software Compatible With macOS Sonoma?
SpamSieve
GPGTools
How to Prepare Your Mac to Upgrade to macOS Sonoma: the Ultimate Guide
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28min
September 21, 2023Episode 310: Welcome to iOS 17!
Apple has released iOS 17 and iPadOS 17, along with new versions of operating systems for the Apple Watch, Apple TV, and HomePod. We discuss some of our favorite new features. We also look at radiation fears in France for the iPhone 12, and we examine why Apple may want to build a stock trading service into its devices. One correction: Standby Mode doesn't require a MagSafe charger, but just needs to be plugged in and on its side.
Show Notes:
Chromebooks will get 10 years of automatic updates
Apple to Launch 'Low-Cost' MacBook Series Next Year to Rival Chromebooks
Apple Now Encrypts Titles of Voice Memos Stored in iCloud on iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma for Added Privacy
France demands Apple pull iPhone 12 due to high RF radiation levels
Apple and Goldman Sachs Planned to Launch iPhone Stock Trading Feature Last Year
The Signal Protocol used by 1+ billion people is getting a post-quantum makeover
Top 12 New Features in iOS 17 and iPadOS 17
iOS 17 is probably hitting your battery hard today — but that's expected
The Complete Guide to Apple MagSafe Chargers, Cases, and Accessories
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30min
September 14, 2023Episode 309: The “Wonderlust” Apple Event
This week, Apple introduced new Apple Watch and iPhone models. We look at all the new features, and we discuss recent Apple security updates to older operating systems, new Mac malware, and patches to Chrome and Firefox for serious vulnerabilities.
Show Notes:
Apple patches 2 actively exploited vulns in macOS Ventura, iOS 16, watchOS 9
A plethora of Pegasus patches: Chrome, old Apple OSes get updates
New 'MetaStealer' malware targets Intel-based macOS systems
Everything Apple announced at its “Wonderlust” event: iPhone 15, Watch Series 9, and more
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30min
September 07, 2023Episode 308: Why SMS is Insecure, and 6 Hidden macOS Features
SMS is a popular text messaging system, but it's not secure. We take a deep dive into how SMS works, and how to use it. We also look at six features of macOS that you may never have discovered.
Show Notes:
6 Cool macOS Features You Probably Don’t Know About
Take a Memo: Ten Tips for Successful Voice Dictation

What is SMS? How It works, why it’s insecure… and why we still need it
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30min
August 31, 2023Episode 307: Fraudulent App Store apps, Spamoflauge, and Will the UK Ban Security Updates?
Apple is a bit slow in deleting fraudulent apps from its App Store, but they are catching up. Meta says it has disrupted Spamoflauge, a major Chinese disinformation network. And the UK wants to end end-to-end encryption for messaging apps; does this mean the government will have to approve security updates?
Show Notes:
USB-C and Thunderbolt: Understanding Ports and Cables for Macs and iPads
Apple removes fraudulent loan apps from App Store after hundreds of thousands of downloads
Meta issues detailed report about Spamoflauge, major Chinese disinformation network
Changes to UK Surveillance Regime May Violate International Law
It’s not just iMessages: UK government could ban Apple security updates
A Skype app vulnerability could expose your IP address to hackers — and Microsoft has yet to fix it
IP Void
MXToolbox
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30min
August 24, 2023Episode 306: Why Do iOS App Update Release Notes Not Mention Security Updates?
Most iOS apps don't mention security updates in their release notes. We look into this, and suggest that Apple may have some work to do. We also discuss a small macOS update, smart ring technology, and the Batterygate class action lawsuit payouts.
Show Notes:
Apple released yet another non-security patch: macOS Ventura 13.5.1
No more macOS Big Sur updates
10-month zero-day vulnerability disclosed: macOS App Management vulnerability illustrated
Apple's defense against apps vandalizing other apps still broken, developer claims
New Variant of XLoader macOS Malware Disguised as 'OfficeNote' Productivity App
Apple to pay out $500M for iPhone battery issues
iPhone 14, 14 Pro owners complain about battery capacity that’s already falling off
This AI-generated crypto invoice scam almost got me, and I'm a security pro
MSNBC’s Chris Hayes almost fell for an X (Twitter) phishing scam
Apple researching a Smart Ring for notifications and controlling other devices
At RSA Conference, Josh saw a wearable ring for biometric MFA
Zoom issued a security update for its iOS app
How to enable automatic updates on iOS
CVE
Python script to download CVE info for iOS apps
Scraped data of 2.6 million Duolingo users released on hacking forum
High severity vuln in WinRAR could allow code to run when files are opened
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29min
August 17, 2023Episode 305: NightOwl, Downfall, and LinkedIn Hacks
A banal Mac app to granularly adjust Light Mode and Dark Mode was bought out by a shady company, and enlists Macs in a botnet. A new Intel CPU vulnerability may affect older Macs. And a lot of LinkedIn accounts have been hacked; we offer some suggestions on how to protect your account.
Show Notes:
Apple Security Update info
Video of "Join This Apple TV?" iPhone alerts that kept appearing at DEF CON
Downfall
This $70 device can spoof an Apple device and trick you into sharing your password
LinkedIn accounts hacked in widespread hijacking campaign
August 15 was iMac's 25th birthday
Did the NightOwl app really join Macs to a botnet army?
Maker of Chrome extension with 300,000+ users tells of constant pressure to sell out
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