Two weeks ago, hackers hijacked several iOS and Mac devices in Australia, remotely locking them via iCloud and demanding a ransom from the owner to get the device unlocked. “Device locked by Oleg Pliss,” read the hijacker’s message, along with a demand for …
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A number of iOS and Mac users in Australia are reporting a growing issue on Apple’s support forums (via The Age) in which hackers are locking iPhones, iPads and Macs remotely through iCloud. Compromised devices are also displaying warning messages offering …
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BP locking down personal devices in the face of cyber warfare
ComputerworldUK Oil giant BP is currently having a “big internal debate” about how it can lock down personal computers without losing out on flexibility for employees, as a direct result of the increasing threat of cyber attacks. Outgoing CIO Dana Deasy was speaking … |
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Android security gets a bump with remote locking feature
Technology Bloom News android-logo Google is really working hard to at least match Apple's security features. No matter how much of an Android fan you are, you have to admit, Apple's iOS has a much better security than Android. It also has a better loss prevention strategy … Psst: You can now remotely set a new password for your Android phone Android Device Manager remote locking now implemented Remote Device Lock Finally Arrives on Android |