Hackers have released a new iOS jailbreak tool capable of jailbreaking the vast majority of iPhones, including the latest devices. Released by the infamous hacking syndicate Unc0ver, the tool allows iPhone users to bypass Apple's strict security controls over the types of software that can be installed on their devices, as well as customize their phones to a greater extent than they previously intended. is generally allowed. The new jailbreak works on iPhones running on the iOS 11 operating system, including devices running iOS 13.5, which was released just a few days ago. According to figures released by Apple, 94% of iPhones are currently running on iOS 12 or iOS 13, which means that the new jailbreak kit is compatible with almost all Apple phones in circulation.
New iPhone jailbreak
Apple has traditionally enjoyed an excellent reputation for cybersecurity, although this status has come under threat in recent months. In April, security researchers discovered a serious flaw in Apple's native Mail app that could allow hackers to delete personal information without a victim's knowledge. Exploit acquisition platform Zerodium also recently announced that it would no longer purchase certain iPhone flaws as their value was affected by the quantity available. The new jailbreak kit would exploit a zero-day vulnerability in the operating system, discovered by the Unc0ver team. Although the precise nature of the flaw is still unknown, the jailbreak vector should be blocked by Apple sooner or later. While jailbreaking allows the user to access new features and additional customization opportunities, the practice also carries distinct risks. Operating outside of Apple's security bubble inevitably increases the number of attack routes, and users are also at risk by downloading applications that have not been approved by Apple from third-party sources. For this reason, users are advised to refrain from widely distributing their iPhones using a jailbreak tool unless they understand the full scope of the potential risks. Apple did not immediately respond to our request for comment. Via TechCrunch