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Between the rapid news cycle around the TikTok ban, the vulnerability found in the iPhone’s USB-C port controller, and the overruling of net neutrality protections (again), it’s felt like a rollercoaster of a month so far. But this week, I want to step back and share what’s on my growing reading list for this year, as well as some other resources that I recommend for those just starting their Apple security journey in 2025.
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Core Apple security documentation
These are the essentials. These are a must-read if you’re serious about learning how Apple secures its software and hardware. No doubt, they’re dry. But they contain in-depth blurbs of all the security concepts and technologies that Apple puts into its products. Coffee is recommended.
Books on my reading list
If you’re anything like me, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the number of books on cybersecurity and underwhelmed by the ones specifically around Apple. There are lots of ‘How to Make iOS apps’ and ‘iPhone of Dummies’-type guides, but a disappointing lack of work around Mac or iPhone security architecture, malware, etc. So, when Patrick Wardle told me that he’ll be releasing a second volume of The Art of Mac Malware this year, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it. The first volume was a terrific breakdown on analyzing a malware sample.
Last year’s reads
What I read last year…that was recommendable.
I’m also interested to hear from you. Is there any good reads and resources that you recommend? Please leave them for readers in the comments below!
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