The serious security vulnerability was detected by The Citizen Lab expert Bill Marczak from the Munk School at the University of Toronto. Marczak said that the deficit threatens the security of user data and poses a major risk. This clear, cyber attackers can allow personal data to access.
Working principle of deficit
Apple, iOS He introduced the USB restriction mode with 11.4.1 version. This feature was developed to prevent unauthorized USB devices from connecting to a locked device. Especially devices such as Graykey used by judicial informatics experts and legal authorities, iPhoneHe aimed to prevent him from accessing. However, this newly identified clear, experienced cyber attackers allow this measure to overcome this measure.
Who is at risk?
According to Apple’s security bulletin, such attacks are mostly carried out for journalists, dissidents, business leaders and politicians. Although the deficit requires physical access, Apple emphasizes that all users should be careful, as this vulnerability can be used in advanced cyber attacks.
Apple Intelligence Error and Privacy Concerns
The iOS 18.3.1 update brought about an unexpected Apple Intelligence error as well as a security vulnerability. After the update, Apple Intelligence has created concern for users who have been automatically activated and disabled before. Although Apple emphasizes the importance it attaches to confidentiality, it says that users should check their settings.
You can disable Apple Intelligence by following these steps:
Go to the Settings menu
Open Apple Intelligence and Siri option
Disable Apple Intelligence
Why should you update immediately?
Apple confirmed that this security vulnerability is already actively used by cyber attackers. Security Specialist Adam Boynton said that attackers who benefit from this explicit can achieve full management authority on the device and perform unauthorized transactions on behalf of the user. Therefore, it is of great importance to make the iOS 18.3.1 update for your security as soon as possible.
