Intego Mac Podcast
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Preparing for macOS Catalina
02 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss some ways to check that your apps are all compatible with macOS Catilana. We also talk about Apple contractors listening to Siri recordings...
Hacking humans: How to avoid social engineering scams
26 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Kirk and Josh take a close look at how you can be scammed by social engineering techniques. They also discuss Apple's recent updates to iOS 9 and 10, ...
Zoom Zero-Day, and Unmasking Mac Malware Makers
19 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
An app named Zoom may sound like a good thing, but this app opened the Macs of users who had it installed - including Kirk - to a serious security vul...
Browser Fingerprinting, Hyper-Threading, Firefox, VPN, and More
12 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss a number of issues in the news, such as a 17-year old Firefox vulnerability, the threat to end-to-end encryption, and whether Apple should ...
Browser Wars: Which Web Browser Is Best for Privacy?
05 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone uses a web browser, on their Mac and their iOS device. But there are many web browsers, and some are better designed to protect your privacy....
New Mac Malware, Apple Public Betas, and More
28 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
There's been a lot of Mac malware appearing lately, and Intego has been discovering many serious new threats. We look at some of these malware, discus...
Flash, Incognito Mode, Porn, and a Malware Extravaganza
21 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week, as we are at Midsummer's Day, we look at the final nail in Adobe Flash's coffin, a new Chrome incognito mode feature, the UK's porn block, ...
Privacy Policies Can Be as Complicated as Kant's Critique of Pure Reason
14 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss running iOS and macOS betas, the new iPod touch, Firefox's coming subscription service, Safari auto-submitting user names and passwords, an...
New Security and Privacy Features in macOS Catalina and iOS 13
07 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Apple announced their new operating systems early this week, and we take a close look at the many interesting and useful new security privacy features...
Deep Dive: Software Updates on Mac and iOS
31 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's essential that you update your software, both to have improved features, squashed bugs, and security fixes. But should you update your software a...
Oh, Google...
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We've called out Facebook many times recently for their security issues, and now it's time to look at a couple of problems with Google. We also discus...
Epic disasters: ZombieLoad, WhatsApp, Google 2FA Keys, and Microsoft RDP
17 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a busy week for security vulnerabilities. ZombieLoad affects all recent Intel processors, and Apple has issued a fix for it. A serious Whats...
How We Use Facebook
10 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We look at an issue that caused Firefox add-ons to not work for a while, and discuss a suggestion about making Apple's AirDrop more secure. Then we di...
Should you worry about MDM software?
03 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Apple has updated XProtect; what is this? Facebook bans quizzes and useless apps; finally. And we take a close look at MDM software, and how Apple has...
When should you upgrade your Mac?
26 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Macs last a long time, but whatever your needs, you’ll need to upgrade your Macs eventually. Whether you buy new or used, there comes a time when yo...
Solving a problem that isn’t there
19 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Breaking news: folding phones are out, and they’re breaking. Is this a solution to a problem that doesn’t exist? We also discuss the possibility o...
Is Apple Breaking Up iTunes?
12 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Rumors abound of Apple breaking up iTunes, and we look at what this might entail. We also discuss how Amazon employees are listening in on Alexa devic...
The One About the iPad
05 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the iPad: how it can replace a computer for some people, how the new iPad mini is a great little device, and how there are some elements of...
Apple's New Services, with Chuck Joiner
29 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mac podcaster Chuck Joiner joins us to discuss Apple's new services that were announced this week: news, games, TV, and even a credit card. MacVoices...
This Is a Brain Hack
22 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We take a deep dive into spam: how it works, and how you can manage it. We also discuss another Facebook blunder, some thoughts on preventing facial r...
Spoiler Alert
15 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Josh tells us about the RSA security conference, and there are some new vulnerabilities that affect processors; one even has its own website. We also ...
Maintain Your Privacy When Browsing the Web
08 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
All modern web browsers provide the capability to use "private browsing," a way of maintaining your privacy when using the web. We discuss how to use ...
Marzipan and the iOSification of macOS
01 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
After some news about Facebook and user data (again), and a look at Apple's plan for securely managing health records, we look at Marzipan, Apple's fr...
How to Securely Dispose of Hard Drives
22 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A Messages prank, Google getting caught with a hidden mic, and password managers have flaws. And we discuss destroying hard drives creatively. iOS Sa...
How to Avoid Getting Hacked After Data Breaches
15 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Data breaches are common, and when this happens, and your data is included, you need to know what to do to protect yourself. We take a deep dive into ...
Why Doesn't Apple Have a Mac Bug Bounty Program?
08 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss a new macOS Keychain vulnerability, which raises the question of why Apple still doesn't have a Mac bug bounty program. We also discuss sho...
FaceTime, Facebook, Google, Shortcuts, Steganography, and More
01 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Apple had a mean FaceTime bug; then they slapped down Facebook, and Google, for some underhanded app distribution. There are security risks using iOS ...
The Biggest Data Breach Ever; Is Your Data Included?
25 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Google is blocking ad blockers, but not their own ads. Apple has released a slew of updates. And the biggest data breach ever has been discovered, wit...
Routers, Tweets, Bugs, and More
18 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week we focus on a wide range of security news. From router vulnerabilities to tweets storing precise location data; from $2 million bug bounties...
It's the Ecosystem, Stupid
11 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss Apple's trolling of other companies at the Consumer Electronics Show this week, a delivery tracking app that sends and receives data in a s...
New Year's Resolutions to Secure Your Mac and iOS Devices
04 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As the new year rolls in, we look at some New Year's resolutions to secure your Mac and iOS devices. These are simple tips that you can apply immediat...
The Year in Mac and iOS Security
28 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We look at the biggest stories of 2018, and we discuss the impressive rise in the amount of malware that targets the Mac. Mac malware: - The Year of ...
How Mobile Apps Track Your Location
21 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
New iPad Pros bend, but Apple says it's okay. Android's Face Unlock is much less secure than Apple's Face ID, and can be fooled with a 3D-printed head...
How to Set Up a New Mac
14 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot of security news this week, and we look at how facial recognition has been used at concerts, and at doorbells, a security vulnerability ...
How to Choose the Mac You Need
07 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss how to choose a new Mac among the broad line-up of Apple's products. We also look at some recent security issues, including a clever Touch ...
Is Apple Changing from a Hardware Company to a Service Company?
30 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This week's news include info about an Instagram data breach, an Amazon data breach, a new class-action lawsuit against Apple, and an expensive way to...
New Security Features in iOS 12 and macOS Mojave
23 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We take a close look at the great new security features in iOS 12 and macOS Mojave. We also answer a few reader questions, about the Activity Monitor ...
The Advantages of Using a VPN, with CyberGhost
16 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We've often stressed how important it is to use a VPN. Today we welcome Andra Zaharia from Intego's partner company CyberGhost to discuss why we all n...
How to Shop Securely (and Save Money) on Black Friday
09 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
After some brief security news about the Mac, we discuss how you can be sure to shop securely on Black Friday; and we give you some tips to save money...
Apple Brings Out New Macs and iPads
02 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Apple released new Macs and iPads this week, and Josh and Kirk talk about the new MacBook Air, the Mac mini, and the iPod Pro. We also cover some secu...
How to Spot Fake Online Product Reviews
26 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The holiday shopping season is here, and we all look at online product reviews, right? But many of them are fake. How can you tell which are reliable?...
Security Deep Dive: Digital Certificates
19 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We take a close look at how digital certificates work, and how they don't. We also discuss the latest Facebook data breach, Apple's new data download ...
Was the Big Hack Really Big? And We Celebrate Our One-Year Anniversary
12 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Was it really a big hack? Bloomberg claims that a Chinese hardware hack affected Apple, Amazon, and others, but the companies deny this accusation. An...
Facebook Blunders, Sloppy Russian Hackers, and More
05 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Two major blunders have led a lot of people to question the security and privacy of Facebook. Some Russian hackers were caught trying to access a wi-f...
macOS Mojave Is Here
28 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
macOS Mojave has been released this week, and we discuss the main features that users will like (or not). We also look at Apple's recent security upda...
What iOS 12 Means for You
21 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at some of the new features in iOS 12, released early this week. We also talk about some issues with Safari 12 and extensions, and foll...
Is the Mac App Store Really Safe?
14 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We used to think that apps from the Mac App Store were safe, but some recently discovered issues where apps purchased at the Mac App Store have been s...
Coming Soon from Apple
07 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the new products that Apple might (or is likely to) announcement next week. We also cover some privacy news about Twitter and Apple's App S...
Advanced Persistent Threats by Nation-State Caliber Threat Actors
31 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We start by looking at a couple of small but interesting updates to Apple hardware, then we discuss two advanced persistent threats. Do you know what ...
Can You Prevent Google from Tracking Your Movements?
24 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Google tracks your movement even when you tell its apps not to. We discuss this, and tell you how to turn off this "feature." We also discuss the late...
What's a Botnet, and How Do They Work?
17 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We mention the term "botnet" from time to time, but what exactly is a botnet? How does it work? Is it self-aware? Can botnets be taken down? We look i...
Should You Be Concerned About Porn Blackmail Emails?
10 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Lots of people having been receiving blackmail emails claiming that they've been filmed watching porn. We explain how this scam works. We also talk ab...
Security Software Deep Dive: How Intego NetBarrier Firewall Works
03 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We take a close look at how Intego's NetBarrier firewall works. We explain how its multi-pronged defense keeps you safe, and discuss how best to set i...
Episode 41: Malware Masquerades as an Intego Software Installer
27 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Some malware was found recently that pretends to be an Intego VirusBarrier installer. We also talk about Google's choice to suggest that HTTP websites...
How to Protect Your Digital Legacy
20 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss how you can protect your digital legacy and ensure that your data doesn't get lost if something happens to you, and we discuss the many ele...
Security Software Deep Dive: How Antivirus Works
13 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
After a tale of an Apple ID getting blocked for a strange reason, and some security news, we take a close look at how antivirus software works. Updat...
How to Make Sure Your Mac’s Software Is Working Smoothly
06 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss some ways to check your Mac's software and ensure that it is running smoothly. And we bring the latest Mac security news. Apple's First Ma...
How to Make Sure Your Mac’s Hardware Is Working Properly
29 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss some ways to check your Mac's hardware to make sure everything is working correctly, and we discussed some recent security issues, and a ne...
Lock Down and Secure Your Router
22 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We look at your home router and explain the many steps you can take to make sure it is secure. How to Secure Your Home Router Episode #33: Cryptojack...
Where's the Best Place to Buy Mac Apps?
15 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Some new security threats arise, and we discuss code signing and Apple's Gatekeeper technology. We then look at the pros and cons of buying Mac apps f...
iOS 12, macOS Mojave, Features and Security & Privacy Enhancements
08 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We cover Apple's new operating system announcements, looking at the new features in iOS 12 and macOS Mojave. And we take a close look at the security ...
Cryptojacking, Russian Router Malware, and Parental Controls
01 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss Apple's recent operating system updates - and the one they didn't update - cover some new malware, and then take a close look at using pare...
Browser Cookies & Private Browsing
25 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about all those GDPR emails you've been receiving, mention a new Spectre-type vulnerability, and then take a deep dive into browser cookies an...
Delete Your Social Media History
18 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the new EFAIL issue affecting encrypted email; discuss a new class-action suit against Apple; and then explain how you can delete your hist...
What Is a Firewall, and How Does it Work?
11 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
After some news about an interesting new iOS security feature, some potential malware, and a surprising move by Microsoft, we delve into firewalls. Wh...
Social Engineering Scams to Beware, and Digital Spring Cleaning Tips
04 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We explain what tech support scams - by phone, or on the web - are all about, and we then take a close look at the best ways to do a spring cleaning o...
Beware of Trustjacking
27 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss three new types of Mac malware, talk about the latest Mac and iOS security updates, then look at a sneaky new threat that can affect the se...
How to Securely Sell Your Old Mac, iPhone, or iPad
20 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we explain why you may see dialogs on your Mac warning that your apps aren't compatible. Then we welcome Brian Burke, the pres...
Facebook, DNS, Apple Privacy, New Mac Pro, and More
11 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We cover a lot this week. Facebook and Cambridge Analytica, a new DNS service for individuals, new Apple privacy features, the new Mac Pro, and more. ...
How to Not Get Scammed Online
04 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We look at the ten most common online scams, and explain how to avoid them. And we mention the fact that Apple has updated everything this week. Appl...
Facebook, Privacy, and Logins
28 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
After some news - about a 100TB SSD, storing data in DNA, and more - we discuss whether your smart speaker is spying on you, then examine what could h...
Which Hard Drive Is Best for Your Mac?
21 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We look at the three different types of hard drives you can use with your Mac: hard disks, fusion drives, and SSDs. We also discuss a cryptocurrency m...
Passwords in the Cloud
14 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
How secure are your passwords and other data in the cloud? We discuss how Apple's iCloud Keychain works, and whether you can trust it. In the news, we...
Changes Coming to macOS Server
07 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Apple is simplifying its macOS Server software, and we discuss what you may want to do if you use this software. We also look at some recent news, suc...
To Beta or Not to Beta…
28 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Is it a good idea to join Apple’s public beta programs, to get access to new features before everyone else? We discuss the pros and cons of being a ...
Do You Really Want an AI Listening to You All the Time?
21 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss Apple's HomePod, and the security implications of having an AI listening to you all the time. We also cover news about the Chrome browser's...
The Year in Mac Security, and Tips for Backing Up Your Mac
14 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We look at the year in Mac security 2017, and discuss the rise in malware. And we discuss the best strategies for backing up your Mac. But first, Kirk...
Ad Blocking: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly, and the Ethics
07 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
An overuse of ads has made it hard to read websites. In order to read easily, and safely, it's useful to use an ad blocker. We discuss why you may wan...
Malware and Security Lingo: What Do Those Words Mean?
31 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We use lots of strange words to describe malware and security issues. We look at malware and security lingo, explain who gets to name new malware, and...
What's a VPN, and Why Should You Use One?
24 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
After a brief discussion of the week's news, we look at VPNs, virtual private networks. We explain how they work, and when and why you might want to u...
What's Up with My iPhone's Battery?
17 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss and explain the issue around iPhone batteries, and tell you what to do if your iPhone's battery isn't lasting all day. We also look at a ne...
Is My Computer's CPU Secure?
10 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Meltdown and Spectre; two vulnerabilities that affect the majority of computers and portable devices in circulation, need software and perhaps hardwar...
What to Do if You've Been Hacked
03 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The producer of our podcast, Doug Adams, had his iCloud account hacked, and he joins us to explain what happened, and how he resolved the issue. We ta...
Handcuffs Made of Tissue Paper
27 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Search engines collect and harvest lots of data about you, what you look for, where you are, and what you buy. We explain how you can tell Google to s...
Tom Cruise Is in Every Starbucks
20 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
With just a few days before Christmas, we discuss how to safely shop online in the holiday season and all year round. We also talk about a recent Appl...
This Is Potemkin Security
13 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Apple discovered an embarrassing bug on December 2, and had to rush out a hurried update to fix it. We discuss this, look at the best way to back up i...
I Have Root
06 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the recent serious vulnerability that affects macOS High Sierra, which prompted Apple to rush out a security update. We explain what this m...
Tom Cruise Is in the Row Behind You
29 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We look at a fake antivirus blog that's distributing malware, and we discuss why you need to protect your Mac when you're at the coffee machine. Becau...
Episode 6: Passwords Are Hard (correcthorsebatterystaple)
22 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kirk and Josh talk take a close look at passwords, how to create secure passwords, and what types of passwords to avoid. Episode 5: Two-Factor Authen...
Two-Factor Authentication; Should You Be Worried about Bitcoin?
15 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kirk and Josh talk explain what two-factor authentication is and why you should use it, then discuss Bitcoin, and explain how some apps and websites h...
iOS Apps and Privacy; Amazon Wants to Open Your Front Door
08 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kirk and Josh talk discuss recent issues around apps having access to your iPhone's or iPad's camera all the time. They then wonder if they'd let Amaz...
New Mac Malware, and Apple's New APFS File System
01 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kirk McElhearn and Josh Long talk about the latest Mac malware and threats, and look at Apple's new APFS file system, and what you need to know as you...
Intego's 20th Anniversary, and a Look at Apple's Face ID
23 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kirk McElhearn and Josh Long chat with Serge Kameni, a long-time Intego developer, about the company's early years, then discuss Apple's Face ID, comi...
Introducing the Intego Mac Podcast
05 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kirk McElhearn and Josh Long introduce the Intego Mac Podcast and discuss Apple's recent macOS and iOS operating system upgrades, and take a close loo...