10.4.9 kernel sources released

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Apple has released the source code for 10.4.9 kernel!
And guess what, it has already been modded, but this time by netkas.

Compiled intel sse3 hpet kernel is on #1049 topic on irc.osx86.hu
it includes northwood fix, r3d3 inside, autodetecting fsb speed.

First Macbook hacked @ CanSecWest 2007 !

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A Macbook Pro with the latest security updates was hacked on a hacking contest.
Macaulay, a software engineer, was able to hack into a MacBook
through a zero-day security hole in Apple’s Safari browser.

Dai Zovi, a security researcher until recently with Matasano Security who has
previously been credited by Apple for finding flaws in Mac software, found the
Safari vulnerability and wrote the exploit overnight in about 9 hours!

Currently, every copy of OS X out there now is vulnerable to this!

We would expect Apple to issue a update for Safari to close this hole ASAP.
CanSecWest’s contest has helped to make Safari more secure.

CanSecWest blog stated that technical details will be forthcoming as the winner
works out the release!

Leopard release delayed until October!

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Apple’s engineers are very busy to meet the deadline in June for the iPhone release!
And guess what, Leopard is delayed until October!
Damn, that really sucks!

We, europeans, are fucked! No iPhone till October, and no Leo till October!

Apple give us some candy please before the holidays!

VMWare Fusion BETA 3

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New Features:

  • Improved performance: You now have the option of turning off debugging features in VMware Fusion to enjoy even better performance.
  • Support for Boot Camp: You no longer have to choose between Windows or Mac