Security researchers from Georgia Institute of Technology and Ruhr University Bochum discovered two side-channel vulnerabilities in devices with Apple name-brand chips from 2021 or later that could expose sensitive information to attackers. Specifically, the vulnerabilities known as SLAP and FLOP skim credit card information, locations, and other personal data. Data can be gathered from sites like iCloud Calendar, Google Maps, and Proton Mail via Safari and Chrome. As of Jan. 28, Apple is aware of the vulnerabilities. “Based on our analysis, we do not believe this issue poses an immediate risk to our users,” an Apple representative told ArsTechnica. According to the researchers, Apple plans to release a patch at an undisclosed time. The researchers have not found evidence of threat actors using these vulnerabilities. Which Apple devices are affected? The following Apple devices include vulnerable chips, according to the researchers: All Mac laptops from 2022 to the present (MacBook Air, MacBook Pro). All Mac desktops from 2023 to the present (Mac Mini, iMac, Mac Studio, Mac Pro). All iPad Pro, Air, and Mini models …