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Millions of Apple Airplay-Enabled Devices Can Be Hacked via Wi-Fi

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Apple ’s AirPlay feature enables iPhones and Macbooks to seamlessly play music or show photos and videos on other Apple devices.

Now newly uncovered security flaws in AirPlay mean that those same wireless connections could allow hackers to move within a network just as easily, spreading malicious code from one infected device to another.

Researchers from the cybersecurity firm Oligo revealed what they’re calling AirBorne , a collection of vulnerabilities affecting AirPlay .

The AirBorne vulnerabilities were discovered by researchers from Oligo .

They found flaws in the AirPlay SDK, which could allow attackers to access AirPlay services without authorization.

The bugs could be found in hundreds of models of AirPlay speakers and other Apple devices.

Some third -party manufacturers don't update their products promptly or notifying Apple .

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