Türkiye on Friday introduced it had launched an investigation after detecting vital safety vulnerabilities affecting units with the iOS working system, urging Apple to supply an announcement.
Deputy Transport and Infrastructure Minister Ömer Fatih Sayan mentioned the National Cyber Intervention Center (USOM) had been diligently conducting research on the vulnerabilities current in iOS units, which he mentioned pose a severe risk to person information safety.
“This critical vulnerability harbors the risk of complete device takeover and the theft of user data. Within our investigations, we identified and subsequently blocked 16 command and control servers published in the USOM’s malicious connections list,” mentioned Sayan.
He mentioned vital data had been conveyed to the Cyber Incident Response Team (SOME).
“Our Information Technologies and Communication Authority (BTK) has requested a statement from Apple on the matter and simultaneously initiated an investigation,” Sayan famous.
Highlighting the worldwide urgency for instant preventive measures, Sayan mentioned Türkiye was able to collaborate with the worldwide group to deal with these vulnerabilities critically.
“Combatting digital surveillance and cyber espionage is an integral part of our national security,” he added.
Sayan suggested customers to improve the iOS working system to the most recent model to mitigate dangers and safeguard private information.
“Review and, if necessary, temporarily disable iMessage and FaceTime settings,” he mentioned.
He mentioned customers ought to guarantee account safety by utilizing robust passwords and often updating them. He additionally beneficial activation of two-factor authentication (2FA) and cautioned over messages from suspicious or unknown people.
“Avoid installing applications from unreliable sources. Refrain from clicking on malicious or unfamiliar links. Regularly check and limit permissions given to applications. Restrict access to sensitive data for applications, such as cameras, microphones and photos. Activate wireless connection features only when necessary,” Sayan mentioned.
He additionally known as customers to make use of location companies solely when required and restrict entry for pointless functions. The minister famous that they need to stop Safari internet browser from mechanically recognizing usernames and passwords.
Source: www.dailysabah.com
