Apple to check publicly shared iCloud links for harmful content
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What happened
Apple's support documentation states that items shared via 'Anyone with the Link' in iCloud will be checked for harmful content starting with version 27.3 of iOS, iPadOS, macOS and visionOS, which are in developer beta with general release expected in December. Apple says such shares are not end-to-end encrypted even with Advanced Data Protection enabled, and reserves the right to remove content, block accounts and involve law enforcement. Scanning method, moderation process and the definition of harmful content remain undisclosed. Defenders should treat public iCloud share links as unencrypted and not suitable for sensitive material.
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What to do
- Review any files you currently share using 'Anyone with the Link' in iCloud and remove public links you no longer need.
- Avoid using public iCloud share links for sensitive or private material, since Apple says these items are not end-to-end encrypted.
- Keep an eye on the version 27.3 release in December and review Apple's updated documentation once it is published.
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