[telecom] iOS 6.1 brings back bug that gives anyone access to your contacts, photos

Feb 18, 2013 0 Replies

iOS 6.1 brings back bug that gives anyone access to your contacts, photos (Update)



The steps are complex, but a persistent hacker could access personal data.



by Chris Foresman Feb 14 2013 Ars Technica



An old vulnerability in the iPhone's lock screen and Emergency Call feature appears to have resurfaced for a third time in iOS 6.1. With the right sequence of button clicking, it's possible to get to an iPhone user's voicemails, contacts, and photos-even if the iPhone is locked and password protected.



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