A security firm ... discovered a malware program they’re calling Wirelurker, which sneaks into computers through UNAUTHORIZED CHINESE APPS, then attacks iOS devices when they connect over USB. It’s an obscure line of attack (when’s the last time you actually plugged your iPhone into your computer?), CONFINED TO CHINA, and so far the EFFECTS HAVE BEEN MINIMAL. ... LAST NIGHT, APPLE BLOCKED THE APPS, saying “We are aware of malicious software available from a download site aimed at users in China, and we’ve blocked the identified apps to prevent them from launching. As always, we recommend that users download and install software from trusted sources.” Less than 24 hours after Palo Alto Networks published its report, Wirelurker appears to be mostly wiped out.”
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Oh noes!!!! I’m going to have to stop loading unauthorized Chinese Apps into my iMac followed by connecting my iPhone to the iMac over USB.
Oh wait ... I never do that anyhow. Geez, I don’t know anybody who does that.
Man people need to read for understanding.
Basically I can install a virus/malware on your iPhone by plugging it into my USB. How long will it take to install a virus on someone’s phone who leaves it at the table.
Want to spy on your girlfriend? Just install the “corporate app” I spy on her phone when she’s not looking by plugging it into your laptop.