Episode 291: Snake Malware, Lockdown Mode, and Apple App Subscriptions

11/05/2023 27 min

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The FBI has shut down servers for Snake malware, which we wrote about back in 2017. Apple's lockdown mode has been found to prevent some serious malware attacks. And Apple is testing the water with app subscriptions for two of its pro apps on the iPad.
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Snake Malware Ported from Windows to Mac (Intego 2017 article)
U.S. and Allies Identify and Expose Russian Intelligence-Gathering “Snake” Malware
Hunting Russian Intelligence “Snake” Malware
Apple’s high security mode blocked NSO spyware, researchers say
QuaDream spyware hacked iPhone victims with rogue calendar invites
Apple's Safari Again Overtakes Microsoft Edge as Second Most Popular Desktop Browser
Selling an older iPhone SE for $199 in emerging markets would be a smart move
Apple brings Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro to iPad



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