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The Mystery of iPhone Crashes That Apple Denies Are Linked to Chinese Hacking
- A security firm raised concerns about suspicious iPhone crashes hinting at a Chinese zero-click hacking campaign, affecting activists and US political staffers.
- The hacking attempts targeted dissidents critical of China, EU government officials, tech executives, and employees of the Harris-Walz presidential campaign.
- Despite the suspicions, Apple denies the claims of a targeted attack, attributing the crashes to a conventional software bug that has been patched.
- The situation remains uncertain and concerning, especially with the involvement of China-linked hackers and potential national security implications.
- In another development, a 22-year-old without national security experience has been appointed to a key DHS role overseeing anti-terrorism efforts.
- The individual, Thomas Fugate, now leads the Center for Programs and Partnerships, responsible for funding initiatives to prevent politically motivated violence.
- Amidst this, threat intelligence firms have reached an agreement on a glossary of hacker group names, aiming for consistency in reporting and analysis.
- Phone-hacking firm Corellium, previously linked to controversies, has been acquired for $200 million by Cellebrite after its founder received a presidential pardon.
- The article also discusses future security threats such as deepfake scams, GPS blackouts, AI-powered hacking, potential US grid attacks, and the development of a texting network for emergencies.
- These evolving threats underscore the need for continuous vigilance and preparedness in the face of cybersecurity challenges.
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