thestar.com.my
Aug 10, 2026
Using this Apple privacy feature? Researchers warn it has a flaw
AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication
Apple’s Private Relay, a privacy feature intended to mask user IP addresses, has been found to leak IP information through iOS browsers that rely on WebKit, including Tor and Psylo. Researchers Talal Haj Bakry and Tommy Mysk identified the flaw after a Psylo user reported DNS leaks. The issue arises when passkeys trigger requests outside the browser, bypassing Private Relay and exposing the device’s IP. Apple has not responded; the researchers updated Psylo and notified Tor and Onion Browser teams. The leak undermines Apple’s privacy claims and could reveal users’ locations and browsing habits.
💡 Why It Matters
- · The flaw exposes a core promise of Apple’s privacy ecosystem, potentially eroding consumer trust in its security features.
