Apple's Passwords App Contains Serious Vulnerability

According to TechRadar , alarming news has just been revealed: the Passwords app built into Apple's iOS 18.2 has a serious security flaw that has left users vulnerable to phishing attacks for over 3 months. However, Apple has released an update to fix this problem.

Apple's Passwords app launched with puzzling security flaw

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Passwords password manager app has security flaw

The vulnerability was discovered by security researchers at Mysk, who found that the Passwords app uses the insecure HTTP protocol instead of HTTPS when opening links and downloading the app icon. This means that bad actors can take advantage of it to intercept requests and redirect users to fake websites to steal information.

With this vulnerability, attackers can create fake websites that look exactly like familiar websites and trick users into entering their login information. In addition, information such as bank accounts, email passwords, social networks and other sensitive information can be stolen.

Apple has released iOS 18.2 update to fix this vulnerability. Therefore, iPhone users need to update their devices to the latest iOS version immediately. In addition, users need to be more vigilant, avoid accessing strange links and always double-check the website address before entering login information.

Nowadays, attacks on password managers are on the rise, people need to be more careful when using password managers.

Apple’s quick response to the vulnerability is a welcome sign, but it also serves as a reminder that no system is completely secure and that users need to remain vigilant to protect their personal information.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/ung-dung-passwords-cua-apple-chua-lo-hong-nghiem-trong-185250320211715005.htm