Apple confirms ex-employee exploited rare bug to steal confidential files post-departure

Apple has acknowledged that a former employee exploited an unusual software vulnerability to download confidential files from the company's internal network. The incident allegedly occurred after the individual had already left Apple to join rival AI firm OpenAI. The bug is described by Apple as 'rare,' suggesting it was not a commonly known or easily exploitable flaw. Apple declined to provide further comment on the nature or extent of the security breach. The case raises concerns about data security protocols for departing employees at major tech firms.