Apple’s USB Restricted Mode: Hackers’ New Shortcut to Your Data!
Apple’s recent patch promises to tackle a critical security defect letting attackers bypass USB Restricted Mode on locked devices. This flaw, exploited in the wild, allows access via the data port, turning your iPhone into an all-you-can-eat buffet for hackers with physical access. Update to iOS 18.3.1 and iPadOS 18.3.1 now.
Hot Take:
Apple’s latest patch is the digital equivalent of slapping a “Do Not Disturb” sign on a locked door that hackers have already figured out how to pick. It’s like finding out your top secret diary has been read by your cat, and not the cute kind with the fluffy tail, but the one with suspiciously human-like abilities. Apple assures us that their latest update will keep intruders out… until next time.
Key Points:
- Apple rushed a critical update for iOS and iPadOS to address a severe security flaw.
- The flaw, CVE-2025-24200, allows for bypassing USB Restricted Mode on locked devices.
- Exploit was notably used for high-level, targeted surveillance.
- Bill Marczak of The Citizen Lab discovered the vulnerability.
- Patch version 18.3.1 is available for all users to secure their devices.
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