[nsp-sec] Has Apple contacted anyone about Flashback?

[Chris Morrow]

On 04/13/2012 04:53 PM, CASEY, JOEL J wrote:
> Is there an Apple representative on the list that can address this question?
> Thanks!

I don't think apple ever sent someone to nsp-sec :(
there are a few of their folks (inactive as near as I can tell) on
another list.

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> On 04/12/2012 01:34 PM, Barry Greene wrote:
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>> ""In addition to the Java vulnerability, the Flashback malware relies
>> on computer servers hosted by the malware authors to perform many of
>> its critical functions," the company said. "Apple is working with
>> ISPs worldwide to disable this command and control network.""
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>> http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/technology/apple-works-on-malware-detection-removal-tool/2012/04/11/gIQAnUROAT_story.html?wpisrc=nl_tech
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>> Q. Does anyone have any information about Apple working with ISPs? A
>> bunch of us are scratching our heads wondering who they are talking
>> about.
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> I can get you the name/email of the recruiter at apple trying to hire
> someone to do this job... if you want.
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> maybe they 'worked with isps' by emailing abuse@ ?
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