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Developing· Apple· Published Aug 6, 2026

MacRumors reports iCloud Private Relay can leak users’ real IP addresses

MacRumors reported that Apple’s iCloud Private Relay may expose a user’s real IP address in some WebAuthn-related cases. The outlet said researchers also flagged other WebKit features that could reveal DNS or IP data.

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According to MacRumors, security researchers found that Safari-related traffic can sometimes bypass iCloud Private Relay when passkeys are involved. The report also says Apple is looking into the issue.

Why It Matters

If accurate, the finding narrows the privacy protections some iCloud+ subscribers may expect from Private Relay. It also matters because the issue appears tied to normal web flows, not just obscure edge cases.

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Reporter-level attribution only: this is a MacRumors report based on named researchers, with Apple said to be investigating rather than issuing a confirmed statement.

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    Apple's iCloud Private Relay is Leaking Users' Real IP Addresses

    “Apple's iCloud Private Relay is Leaking Users' Real IP Addresses Wednesday August 5, 2026 11:44 am PDT by Juli Clover Apple's paid Safari protection feature that promises to keep y”
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