Supply-chain attacks expose 3 million iOS and macOS apps to potent threat

iOS macOS app supply-chain attacks expose vulnerabilities
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  • 3 million iOS and macOS apps were exposed to potent supply-chain attacks
  • Vulnerabilities in trunk server managed CocoaPods led to potential compromise of sensitive information
  • Insecure verification email mechanism allowed attackers to manipulate URLs and gain control over abandoned pods
  • Exploits included forging XFH headers, activating orphaned pods, and executing code on the trunk server
  • Researchers warned of the severe consequences, including ransomware, fraud, and legal liabilities
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https://arstechnica.com/security/2024/07/3-million-ios-and-macos-apps-were-exposed-to-potent-supply-chain-attacks/



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