Apple fixing iOS 6.1 security flaw

Victor Barreiro Jr.

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Apple acknowledges reports of a security flaw in iPhones running iOS 6.1, saying it is working on a fix that will be deployed in a future software update

SECURITY FIX. Apple acknowledged a security issue in iOS 6.1, allowing people to bypass iPhone security. Screen shot from Apple.

MANILA, Philippines – Apple acknowledged reports of a security flaw in iPhones using iOS 6.1, saying it is working on resolving the issue.

The security flaw in iOS 6.1 allows users to get past the password lock on iPhones, allowing users access to phone apps, as well as the viewing and modification of contacts, voicemail checking, and photograph browsing on the phone.

The Wall Street Journal adds an acknowledgement from Apple spokeswoman Trudy Miller, who said the company was “aware of this issue, and will deliver a fix in a future software update.” – Rappler.com

 

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Victor Barreiro Jr.

Victor Barreiro Jr is part of Rappler's Central Desk. An avid patron of role-playing games and science fiction and fantasy shows, he also yearns to do good in the world, and hopes his work with Rappler helps to increase the good that's out there.