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Apple Platform Security

Apple Platform Security

May 2022

Hardware security

Secure software requires a foundation of security built into hardware. That’s why Apple devices — using iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS or watchOS — have security capabilities designed into silicon.

Learn more about Apple hardware security 

System security

Building on the unique capabilities of Apple hardware, system security is designed to maximise the security of the operating systems on Apple devices without compromising usability. System security encompasses the startup process, software updates and the ongoing operation of the operating system.

Learn how Apple protects users with system security

Encryption and Data Protection

Apple devices have encryption features to safeguard user data and enable remote wipe in the case of device theft or loss.

Learn how Apple protects users with system security

App security

Apple provides layers of protection designed to ensure that apps are free of known malware and haven’t been tampered with. Other protections help ensure that access from apps to user data is carefully mediated.

Learn how Apple protects users with many layers of app security

Services security

Apple has built a robust set of services to help users get even more utility and productivity out of their devices. These services include Apple ID, iCloud, Sign in with AppleApple Pay, iMessage, FaceTime and Find My.

Learn how Apple protects users with system security

Apple Security

Severity

Nature of issue

Response time

Price

Severity A

System Cleanup

30min response time

149 USD

Severity B

1 Years Security

30min response time

299 USD

Severity C

3 Years Security

30min response time

699 USD

Severity D

5 Years Security

30min response time

999 USD

Severity E

Permanent Security

30min response time

1999 USD

Professional support incidents can be supported 24 hours a day or during business hours until they’re resolved. If 24-hour support is selected, your company should have people available to work on the incident potentially 24 hours a day. Securities are provided by our authorized service partner. JC Rock Computing, Retro Matrix LLC, Binmaitib LLC, and Techpro Solutions LLC

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