Vulnerability lets attackers hijack iOS apps' web requests over WiFi (video)

[Youbetternot]

This is why you don't use public wifi. This may be a plus if someone is using your wifi and you want them to feel the pain.

Be careful which WiFi hotspots you use -- Skycure has just revealed a web-based exploit that lets attackers hijack a iOS device on the same network through its mobile apps. The technique intercepts some apps' attempts to cache a web status message, redirecting the request to a hostile server; after that, an intruder can stealthily inject malware from any location. Thankfully, there are already some solutions at hand. Victims can uninstall apps to scrub their devices clean, and Skycure has released app code that prevents the web caching from taking place. 

 

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2013/10/29/vulnerability-lets-attackers-hijack-ios-app-web-requests/

[everything count to life]

Looks like I'm not going to use free wifi at Mc Donald's anymore.

[NohbdyKnows]

I never use unsecured wifi.........actually, i never use wifi other than mine

[miyabwah]

I think it's time to get rid of my iPhone..........