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technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Apple Issues Critical Security Update for Magic Keyboard Bluetooth Vulnerability"

Apple has released Magic Keyboard firmware version 2.0.6 to address a Bluetooth-related security vulnerability that could allow an attacker with physical access to the accessory to extract its Bluetooth pairing key and monitor Bluetooth traffic. The update is available for various Magic Keyboard models and is automatically installed when paired with a device running macOS, iOS, iPadOS, or tvOS. This is the first firmware update for some Magic Keyboard models in several years.

via MacRumors|

#apple #bluetooth-security #firmware-update

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Bluetooth Security Flaws Expose All Modern Devices to Hijacked Connections and Data Theft"

Two newly-discovered Bluetooth security flaws, collectively named BLUFFS, allow attackers to hijack the connections of all devices using Bluetooth 4.2 to 5.4, including Apple devices. These flaws exploit vulnerabilities in the Bluetooth architecture, enabling device impersonation and man-in-the-middle attacks. All devices running Bluetooth 4.2 to 5.4 are vulnerable, and there is currently no fix for the vulnerabilities. Users are advised to minimize risk by keeping Bluetooth turned off when not in use and avoiding sending sensitive information via Bluetooth in public places.

via 9to5Mac|

#bluetooth-security #device-impersonation #flaws