Security · 22h ago
Apple SecureROM Exploit Usbliter8 Bypasses Boot Protections on Millions of iPhones
Researchers disclosed usbliter8, a SecureROM exploit affecting older Apple devices that can bypass boot protections with physical access. The vulnerability cannot be fixed via software update, leaving millions of iPhones exposed. Apple has not yet commented on a potential hardware-level mitigation.
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While requiring physical access limits the threat, the lack of a software fix means affected devices remain vulnerable indefinitely, underscoring the risks of aging hardware.
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