Intego Mac Podcast

We mention the term "botnet" from time to time, but what exactly is a botnet? How does it work? Is it self-aware? Can botnets be taken down? We look into this, and discuss the week's security news. Fire & Ice: Making and Breaking macOS Firewalls 'Synthetic Click' attack re-emerges in macOS High Sierra at Defcon Fax Machines Are Still Everywhere, and Wildly Insecure Exclusive: HP Leaves Mac Users Vulnerable to Fax Hacks HP Ink Printers Remote Code Execution Denial-of-service attack (Wikipedia) Steganography (Wikipedia) Homeland, Episode 9 recap (contains spoilers) iWorm Botnet Uses Reddit and Command and Control Center Flashback Botnet is Adrift Why the Flashback Botnet is a Threat Viruses, Worms and Spyware--Yikes! A Look at Malware Terminology Intego Security Memo: Trojan Horse OSX/Koobface.A Affects Mac OS X Mac – Koobface Variant Spreads via Facebook, Twitter and More Should You Worry About People Hacking Toilets? Get 60% off Mac Premium Bundle X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

Lots of people having been receiving blackmail emails claiming that they've been filmed watching porn. We explain how this scam works. We also talk about the difference between 32-bit and 64-bit apps, Firefox's new DNS scheme, and more. What Are 32-Bit and 64-Bit Apps, and Why Do They Matter? Josh's Invisibility Toggler app Apple responds to Congress' letter on data security and privacy Apple Response to July 9 Letter Improving DNS Privacy in Firefox Mozilla's new DNS resolution is dangerous Porn Blackmail Scam Rattles Mac Users: What You Need to Know ';--have i been pwned? Get 60% off Mac Premium Bundle X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

We take a close look at how Intego's NetBarrier firewall works. We explain how its multi-pronged defense keeps you safe, and discuss how best to set it up. Intego NetBarrier Intego NetBarrier X9 Compared to macOS High Sierra’s Firewall Why You Need an Outbound Firewall What’s the Difference Between Incoming and Outgoing Firewall Protection? Get 60% off Mac Premium Bundle X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

Some malware was found recently that pretends to be an Intego VirusBarrier installer. We also talk about Google's choice to suggest that HTTP websites are insecure, and a recent story showing that security keys can prevent phishing. Google Chrome users met with ‘Not secure’ warnings when visiting HTTP sites Kirkville Google: Security Keys Neutralized Employee Phishing Google Advanced Protection Program OSX/Calisto Mac Malware Masquerades as Intego Software Get 60% off Mac Premium Bundle X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

We discuss how you can protect your digital legacy and ensure that your data doesn't get lost if something happens to you, and we discuss the many elements of your data that are accessible from the lock screen of your iPhone or iPad. How to Prepare Your Digital Legacy Anti-Hack Feature Comes to iOS 11.4.1… But Is It Good Enough? (USB restricted mode) iOS Lock Screen: Guide to Keep Data off Your iPhone Lock Screen Apple's Quick Look Reveals Your Darkest Secrets Episode #28: Beware of Trustjacking (discussion of GrayKey in this episode) Episode #39: Security Software Deep Dive: How Antivirus Works (discussion of USB restricted mode, and comment mentioned in the show) How to Encrypt Disk Images with Disk Utility to Protect Sensitive Files SQRL Get 60% off Mac Premium Bundle X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

After a tale of an Apple ID getting blocked for a strange reason, and some security news, we take a close look at how antivirus software works. Updating macOS in VMware Fusion Leads to Apple ID Reset Apple's lates security updates WebKit (Wikipedia) This $39 Device Can Defeat iOS USB Restricted Mode About the security content of Wi-Fi Update for Boot Camp 6.4.0 (KRACK vulnerability) Intego VirusBarrier What Does Your Antivirus Scanner Do Under the Hood? Don’t Believe in Antivirus? Malware is Only One Tool in a Cybercriminal’s Arsenal Submit Malware to Intego Get 60% off Mac Premium Bundle X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

We discuss some ways to check your Mac's software and ensure that it is running smoothly. And we bring the latest Mac security news. Apple's First MacBook Pro With Retina Display is Now 'Vintage' Usb Restricted Mode and Forensics – Is There a Workaround? Crypto community target of MacOS malware How to Make Sure Your Mac’s Hardware Is Working Properly — Intego Mac Podcast, Episode 37 How to Verify Your Mac’s Software Is Running Smoothly How to Back Up Your Mac to Multiple Time Machine Disks Conflict Catcher (Wikipedia) 5 Must-Have Mac Utilities to Boost Your Productivity DiskWarrior iStat Menus Get 60% off Mac Premium Bundle X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

We discuss some ways to check your Mac's hardware to make sure everything is working correctly, and we discussed some recent security issues, and a new way that wi-fi will be protected in the future. Episode 13: Is My Computer's CPU Secure? Black Hat Conference Hyper-threading (Wikipedia) TLBleed is latest Intel CPU flaw to surface: But don't expect it to be fixed Wi-Fi security is starting to get its biggest upgrade in over a decade Apple to Prevent iTunes Payment Info Changes on Very Old Versions of iOS, OS X, and Apple TV Software macOS 'Quick Look' Bug Can Leak Encrypted Data Through Thumbnail Caches How to Verify Your Mac’s Hardware Is Working Properly Get 60% off Mac Premium Bundle X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

We look at your home router and explain the many steps you can take to make sure it is secure. How to Secure Your Home Router Episode #33: Cryptojacking, Russian Router Malware, and Parental Controls How to Remove Wi-Fi Networks from Your Mac and iOS Device SSID and Wireless Networking Universal Plug and Play (Wikipedia) MAC address (Wikipedia) NetGear Orbi mesh wi-fi system Get 60% off Intego ContentBarrier Secure X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Intego ContentBarrier Secure X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

Some new security threats arise, and we discuss code signing and Apple's Gatekeeper technology. We then look at the pros and cons of buying Mac apps from the Mac App Store or directly from developers. VMware Fusion Parallels Desktop Third-Party macOS Security Tools Vulnerable to Malware Code-Signing Bypasses for Years How to Allow Apps from Anywhere in macOS Sierra Gatekeeper OS X Security: Under the Hood Features That Protect Your Mac How to Use Your Web Browser’s Fraudulent Site Protection Feature Intego VirusBarrier Scanner Get 60% off Intego ContentBarrier Secure X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Intego ContentBarrier Secure X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

We cover Apple's new operating system announcements, looking at the new features in iOS 12 and macOS Mojave. And we take a close look at the security and privacy features in these operating systems. Why do the iPhone X’s Animoji work after covering Face ID’s sensors? Augmented reality (Apple) iOS 12 Screen Time App Will Help Reduce iPhone Addiction macOS Mojave: What’s New in Security and Privacy Features Why iOS 12 Is Huge for Security and Privacy Apple CEO Tim Cook: "Privacy is a Fundamental Human Right" Get 60% off Intego ContentBarrier Secure X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Intego ContentBarrier Secure X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

We discuss Apple's recent operating system updates - and the one they didn't update - cover some new malware, and then take a close look at using parental controls on the Mac and on iOS. iCloud security overview (for Messages in the Cloud) AirPlay 2 Apple HomePod Review: Superior Sound, but Limited by Siri How to Choose the Right Hard Disk for Your Mac 4 Types of Backup Hard Drives for Mac Russian hackers mass-exploit routers in homes, govs, and infrastructure Hackers infect 500,000 consumer routers all over the world with malware FBI tells router users to reboot now to kill malware infecting 500k devices Cryptominer ‘mshelper’ Targets macOS: What You Need to Know Episode #30: What Is a Firewall, and How Does it Work? Tit (Wikipedia) What’s the Difference Between macOS Parental Controls and Intego ContentBarrier? Intego ContentBarrier X9 Get 60% off Intego ContentBarrier Secure X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Intego ContentBarrier Secure X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

We talk about all those GDPR emails you've been receiving, mention a new Spectre-type vulnerability, and then take a deep dive into browser cookies and private browsing. Episode 13: Is My Computer's CPU Secure? How to Request a Copy of Your Apple ID Account Data Blob - Binary large object (Wikipedia) How to Manage and Remove Browser Cookies on Mac and iOS Firesheep (Wikipedia) Episode 7: Tom Cruise Is in the Row Behind You (physical access) Get 60% off Intego ContentBarrier Secure X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Intego ContentBarrier Secure X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

We discuss the new EFAIL issue affecting encrypted email; discuss a new class-action suit against Apple; and then explain how you can delete your history on Facebook and Twitter. It's not easy, but it's possible. Sponsor: Have an old Mac, iPhone, or iPad you want to sell? Get a $10 bonus today via SellYourMac.com. PGP and EFAIL: Frequently Asked Questions EFAIL FAQ S/MIME (Wikipedia) Pretty Good Privacy (Wikipedia) Episode 30: What Is a Firewall, and How Does it Work? How to Encrypt Email with Any Email Provider What to Look for in a Private and Secure Email Service Provider How to Encrypt Disk Images with Disk Utility to Protect Sensitive Files Scissor vs butterfly keyboard Apple faces class action lawsuit over failing MacBook butterfly keyboards Facebook closed 583m fake accounts in first three months of 2018 How to Easily Remove Old Tweets and Facebook Posts Cardigan Social Book Post Manager Get 60% off Mac Premium Bundle X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Mac Premium Bundle X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card

After some news about an interesting new iOS security feature, some potential malware, and a surprising move by Microsoft, we delve into firewalls. What is a firewall? How does it work? Why do you need one? Sponsor: Have an old Mac, iPhone, or iPad you want to sell? Get a $10 bonus today via SellYourMac.com. iOS 11.4 Disables Lightning Connector After 7 Days, Limiting Law Enforcement Access Cone of Silence (Wikipedia) Microsoft Office for Mac, iOS and Windows to Include JavaScript in Excel Beware! Dangerous Macro Malware Ahead Caution: Mac-specific Hack Tool Mettle Discovered Why You Need an Outbound Firewall What’s the Difference Between Incoming and Outgoing Firewall Protection? Understanding Security in NetBarrier What’s the Difference Between a Hardware and Software Firewall? Get 60% off Mac Premium Bundle X9, fully compatible with macOS High Sierra, with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download Mac Premium Bundle X9 now at intego.com. Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card