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SSL certificate flaw allows hackers to crash devices running iOS 8

A flaw in iOS 8 would allow attackers to render devices running the mobile OS useless if they’re within range of a fake Wi-Fi hotspot. The vulnerability exploits an issue in how iOS 8 handles SSL certificates. Attackers could launch an attack that uses the flaw and cripple the devices, researchers say. The only way to protect against WiFiGate attacks is to turn off the network, Skycure says. An attack could prove “catastrophic” if launched in a location with heavy mobile traffic, such as Wall Street.”]

Source: https://www.csoonline.com/article/2913364/ssl-certificate-flaw-allows-hackers-to-crash-devices-running-ios-8.html

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