Users have reported that Apple Podcasts opens of its own accord and often defaults to shows in the categories "religion, spirituality, and education."

Although unusual behavior, experts verify it isn't immediately dangerous but still concerning.

Potential Security Concerns

According to a report by 404 Media , at least one auto-opening podcast contained a link capable of triggering a cross-site scripting attack. That allows malicious actors to inject harmful code into otherwise legitimate websites.

Although this kind of attack is uncommon today, it's a reminder that such vulnerabilities can be a risk when combined with auto-launch behavior in apps like Apple Podcasts.

Security expert Patrick Wardle pointed out that even a simple visit to the website can cause Apple Podcasts to

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