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Apple admits security flaws

Apple has admitted that viruses and spyware pose a threat to its Mac OS X operating system, it has been claimed.

The latest version of the software, known as Snow Leopard, is being designed to protect against phishing attacks via its web browser Safari.

However, according to SecureMac, the new technology being developed by Apple is not a complete catch-all for malware and spam.

According to an official statement from Apple, the latest version of its operating system has built-in anti-virus software, but for added security users can deploy additional protection from third parties.

SecureMac claimed that the acknowledgement from Apple that its software was not immune to virus attacks was a step in the right direction.

Earlier this week, Graham Cluley stated that Macs are not immune to malicious code propagated over the internet and that Mac users should be wary of what they download.

He also claimed that there has been an increase in malware activity in recent months.

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