FaceTime Eavesdropping Bug

Apple Was Apparently Notified About Major FaceTime Eavesdropping Bug Over a Week Ago [Updated] - Read More here: 

https://apple.news/APPlwbUBVSDGvDpCJ4_u-Uw 

How to Download Your Data from Apple

Good news! Apple  now allows U.S. customers to download a copy of their data, months after rolling out the feature to EU customers.

But don’t be disappointed when you get your download and find there’s almost nothing in there. Earlier this year when I requested my own data(before the portal feature rolled out), Apple sent me a dozen spreadsheets with my purchase and order history, a few iCloud logs, and some of my account information. The data will date back to when you opened your account, but may not include recent data if Apple has no reason to retain it.

Click here to find out how

Beware of 

Adware Doctor

Top Mac app steals your browsing history and sends it to China
Cult of Mac

A top paid app in the Mac App Store has been revealed as stealing the browser histories of anyone who downloads and uses it. Adware Doctor is among the top grossing paid apps in the App Store's utilities category. According to a report by TechCrunch, Apple was warned about the data pilfering several weeks ago,... Read the full story

Apple expands pilot repair program for vintage Macs

Both the 11- and 13-inch MacBook Air machines released in mid-2012 will remain eligible for service at Apple Stores worldwide until August 31, 2020. That’s despite them being added to Apple’s vintage and obsolete products list on August 31, 2018. Full article here:  Apple Repair Program

FBI's Urgent Request: 

Reboot your router now to stop malware! 

The FBI is recommending that you reboot your home and business routers in order disrupt possible malware. Simply unplug power to your modem and wait or a minute or so. Then plug it back in and wait a few minutes for it to reacquire signal. Be careful because this can disrupt your overall network. 


If you have any questions about rebooting or other network security issues, call Jupiter Consulting at 415-678-1977 todayto schedule a consultation.
We're here to help! 

Coming Soon! 

Apple releases iOS 11.4 with support for Messages in iCloud, AirPlay 2

Great new features coming to iOS 11.4.  Click here to read about the latest features coming to your iPhone and iPads.  Need help keeping up with the updates and security concerns? Call Jupiter at 415-678-1977 for help getting all your devices syncing and updated so they can all be secure and stable! 

FBI warns Russians hacked hundreds of thousands of home routers

Don't get hacked! You might have already been. Call Jupiter Consulting today to get current security updates and a network audit to get peace of mind. Call today! 415-678-1977

Equifax confirms data breach included driver's licenses and passports

Concerned about privacy and security?  Call Jupiter Consulting for a Security & Privacy audit! Computers, devices and networks. Don't take any chances, call Jupiter today. 415-678-1977! 

Inexpensive lightning cables that could harm your iPhone & iPad

“Fake cables can and do kill iPhones, all day, every day,”

Read more here: 

https://www.yahoo.com/gma/gma-investigates-inexpensive-lightning-cables-could-harm-phone-114404683--abc-news-topstories.html

Apple announced a new battery replacement program for some 13'  MacBook Pros

Click here to see if yours qualifies 

Apple GiveBack

Turn the device you have into the one you want.

Trade in your eligible device for an Apple Store Gift Card.1 If it’s not eligible for credit, we’ll recycle it for free. No matter the model or condition, we can turn it into something good for you and good for the planet. 

Click Here for more info

Same Home Screen on all your Apple TV's

Keep your Home screen the same across every Apple TV

In tvOS 11, you can turn on One Home Screen^* to keep your apps and Home screens up to date across every Apple TV you own. Here's how:

1. On every Apple TV, go to Settings > Accounts > iCloud.
2. Sign in with the same Apple ID on each Apple TV.
3. Turn on One Home Screen.

And Yet Another Data Breach

Best Buy has announced a data breach that from Sept-October 2017. Click here to see the official statement. 

Call Jupiter Consulting to help guard against computer intrusions at 415-678-1977.

Latest Data Breach - Panera Bread

4.6.2018

Data Breach

The latest data breach has hit Panera Bread. If you signed up to order over panera.com your information may have been hacked. Here's what they got if you're one of the victims.

• Names
• Email addresses
• Physical addresses
• Birthdays
• Ordering habits
• Food preferences
• Last four digits of payment card numbers

The investigation is still ongoing with no additional information available. Check back for details. 

Jupiter Consulting offers security and privacy audits for your networks, computers and devices. Call today to schedule a house call: 415-678-1977.

Welcome to Jupiter

Jupiter Consulting launches our new blog service today! As the computer landscape becomes more complex and cyber threats seem to be never ending, this is our way of helping you stay on top of the latest news, security updates and advice from experts.  We will also share our knowledge-base of tips and tricks gathered from over 20 years of consulting in San Francisco and around the Bay Area to make your user experience more informed and fun. Stay tuned for our next posts in the coming days and thank you for visiting Jupiter Consulting's blog.