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Recently-released Group FaceTime fix may prevent users from being added to calls already in progress

This could be another patch that needs to be released. According to a number of user reports, Apple’s Group FaceTime patch, which was released as an update to macOS 12.1.4 Mojave last week, may only be partially successful, as a new issue seems to have arisen in which users are unable to add additional contacts […]

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macOS Mojave flaw could expose Safari browsing history

A recently discovered flaw in macOS Mojave could expose your Safari browsing history. On February 8th, developer Jeff Johnson noted that certain folders in Mojave have restricted access that is forbidden by default, such as ~/Library/Safari. Only a few apps can access this folder, but according to Mr. Johnson there’s a way to bypass the restriction […]

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Apple addresses Group FaceTime bug via iOS 12.1.4, macOS 10.14.3 Supplemental Update releases

With any luck, Apple has nixed the Group FaceTime exploit that led to a wave of criticism in recent weeks. The company has released both iOS 12.1.4 as well as a supplemental update to macOS Mojave with both updates re-enabling Group FaceTime by fixing a security hole that potentially allowed others to listen in to […]

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macOS 10.14.4 Mojave update/Group FaceTime bug fix pushed back to this week

Following a fair amount of kerfuffle as to the Group FaceTime audio bug, Apple has vowed to fix it quickly within its macOS 10.14.4 update. Unfortunately, the company has also stated that the update has been pushed back to this week. Apple issued the following apology to both its users as well as the Thompson […]

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Apple releases macOS 10.14.3 Mojave update

On a day filled with updates, Apple has released macOS Mojave 10.14.3. The update, which weighs in as a roughly 2 gigabyte download, offers the following, if somewhat vaguely defined, fixes and changes: The macOS Mojave 10.14.3 update improves the security, stability, and compatibility of your Mac, and is recommended for all users.