Apple Security Flaws: A Growing Concern for Cryptocurrency Owners
by aria-crypto.com
November 22, 2024 at 08:40
Apple Security Flaws: A Growing Concern for Cryptocurrency Owners
Apple has confirmed a severe vulnerability in its devices, impacting the security of users’ cryptocurrency by allowing remote malicious code execution via web-based JavaScript. This critical flaw, part of Apple’s JavaScriptCore and WebKit software, was highlighted in a recent security disclosure following its discovery by Google's Threat Analysis Group. Users are strongly urged to update their devices to mitigate the risk of cross-site scripting attacks, which can lead to the potential theft of cryptocurrency. Jeremiah O’Connor, CTO of crypto cybersecurity firm Trugard, emphasized that unpatched devices might allow attackers access to private keys and passwords stored in browsers, posing a considerable risk to crypto assets. Apple’s series of vulnerabilities extend beyond software; recent findings reveal chip-level exploits in the company’s M1, M2, and M3 processors that cannot be resolved with software updates. These exploits enable attackers to steal cryptographic keys by manipulating the prefetching feature meant to enhance performance. The company has suggested potential workarounds, which may compromise device performance for increased security. Amidst rising threats, such as the new Cthulhu Stealer malware targeting macOS users, Apple reinforces its commitment to enhancing user security by updating its macOS to prevent unauthorized software installations.
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