Currently, Apple products broadcast a unique ID called the MAC address, which allows people to be tracked via their mobile devices. However, upcoming changes to how MAC addresses are handled by Apple’s iOS 8 will make it impossible or difficult to track individuals. This poses a security risk in hospitals, as staff members could track patients and visitors could track each other. The risk lies in potentially sensitive information being associated with specific individuals. These changes will take time to be implemented, so the risk remains for now.
FBI Deletes PlugX Malware from 4,250 Hacked Computers in Multi-Month Operation
The FBI has deleted PlugX malware from more than 4,250 infected computers as part of a US Department of Justice-approved multi-month operation. PlugX, controlled by
