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Apple issues response to ‘Masque Attack,’ says it is unaware of any affected users

Mike Beasley Nov 13 2014 - 8:21 pm PT

Apple has issued a response to the recently uncovered “Masque Attack” that allowed malicious applications to be installed in place of valid apps and access user data. In a statement provided to iMore, the company highlighted the security features built into iOS that informs users of any attempted app installations via an outside source like the Safari browser and said that it is not aware of any reported instances where a user was affected by this specific type of attack.

The company also said that users should install apps only through trusted sites such as the built-in App Store, and those using enterprise software should ensure that they only install it from a secure server operated by their company:

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U.S. Department of Homeland Security warns iOS users about ‘Masque Attack’ security flaw

9to5 Staff Nov 13 2014 - 12:22 pm PT

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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security on Thursday issued an alert warning iOS users about the recent “Masque Attack” security flaw that can affect both non-jailbroken and jailbroken iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices. The United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team outlines how the technique works and offers solutions on how iOS users can protect themselves.
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Major iOS security flaw ‘Masque Attack’ reportedly uncovered, found to ‘pose much bigger threat’ than WireLurker

9to5 Staff Nov 10 2014 - 10:20 am PT

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Last week, it was reported that Mac and iOS users in China were the target of new malware called WireLurker that resulted in Apple confirming the security issue and blocking the affected malware apps. Just days later, mobile security research firm FireEye reports it has uncovered a major iOS security flaw that it claims poses a much bigger threat to Apple users than WireLurker.
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