The recent Apple event was centered on new products, in particular the brand new iPad Pro range and Apple’s new location-based tracking device called the AirTag. On the software side, iOS 14.5 has stolen all the attention as it enhances privacy for users by blocking intrusive ad trackers on iPhones and iPads.
Much less well-known is the release of updates for MacOS that runs in Mac’s iMac as well as MacBook computers. While many have been busy upgrading their iPhones however, they may have neglected their computers which could result in the most serious error. webroot.com/safe
A zero-day vulnerability
A updated version has been released in MacOS Big Sur (11.3) and, in a way it’s for the two earlier versions of the operating system (Catalina as well as Mojave). The updates address a variety of security issues, but the most crucial one being a zero day vulnerability which could make your system exposed to hackers and malware.
MacOS is made to be extremely secure which makes it as difficult for hackers to hack your system. The most effective security feature is Gatekeeper which is a security function that ensures that every piece of software you download and install to ensure it is legal and secure.
However, the authors of the trojan had discovered an avenue to get around Gatekeeper to ensure that the trojan could be installed undetected. This zero-day vulnerability was so effective that about 10% of Mac computers were believed to be affected through the trojan long before security experts realized there was an issue.
Very Important Update
MacOS updates typically include various patches that fix important, but obscure, weak security issues like MacOS 11.3. However, since this new Big Sur version fixes a important problem that is affecting Gatekeeper which is a major security flaw, it’s imperative to download and then install the patch as quickly as you can. If you let your PC unpatched, the more at risk you run of getting infected by the trojan or any other Mac malware. webroot.com/safe
Not running MacOS Big Sur? It is still advisable to check if there are any updates made available to your Mac due to Gatekeeper is a security flaw that affects all Macs. Gatekeeper attack also affects older version of OS.
Simply click on the Apple logo at the top left-hand corner and then select About This Mac. A small window will appear showing you the Version of MacOS is installed. Click on the icon that says Software Update… and your computer will check whether there are any new patches that require to be installed.
If you would like MacOS to update itself automatically in the future, select”Automatically maintain my Mac current box at the Software Update screen. The computer will download updates as they become accessible and then install the updates over the course of the night making sure that MacOS is current and the installation process does not stop while you are working on the gadget.
Always keep an in mind this blog Webroot Security for the most recent news on security threats and updates that can aid in keeping your Mac secure.
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