Apple's ‘Private Relay’ Is Exposing Users’ Real IP Addresses
Apple users' IP addresses may be exposed despite the company's privacy features.
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Source diversity sample: Apple World Today · MacRumors · heise online · AppleInsider · 9to5Mac · techcrunch.com · 404media.co.
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The obvious questions
What is iCloud Private Relay?
iCloud Private Relay is a privacy feature offered by Apple that encrypts internet traffic and hides users' IP addresses.
Which devices are affected by this leak?
The leak affects iPhone and Mac devices using the Safari browser.
Has Apple acknowledged the issue?
Apple has not yet commented on the issue.
The story so far
Apple's iCloud Private Relay service is leaking users' real IP addresses. This flaw affects users who rely on the service for privacy and security.
According to coverage from heise online and AppleInsider, the issue stems from WebKit leaks in iOS and macOS. The leak affects users of the Safari browser on iPhone and Mac devices.
Apple has not yet commented on the issue. Users should be aware of the potential exposure of their IP addresses and consider alternative privacy measures until a fix is implemented.
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Sources (7)
- IP and DNS leaks in WebKit are affecting proxy browsers and iCloud Private Replay Apple World Today · 6h ago
- Apple's iCloud Private Relay is Leaking Users' Real IP Addresses MacRumors · 6h ago
- iPhone browser Safari: DNS and IP leaks despite iCloud Private Relay heise online · 6h ago
- WebKit leaks in iOS & macOS expose user data in spite of proxy use AppleInsider · 6h ago
- iCloud Private Relay might be leaking your real IP address, researchers say 9to5Mac · 6h ago
- PSA: Apple’s Private Relay can leak your real IP address techcrunch.com · 6h ago
- Apple's ‘Private Relay’ Is Exposing Users’ Real IP Addresses 404media.co · 6h ago
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