Researchers Reveal Workaround for Apple’s USB Restricted Mode

Just as Apple rolled out its new USB Restricted Mode security feature in an OS update, Monday, researchers said that they have already found a workaround. USB Restricted Mode, released as part of iOS 11.4.1, had removed an iPhone USB access feature, so that an hour after the iPhone has been locke...

USB Accessory Can Defeat iOS's New "USB Restricted Mode" Security Feature

With the release of iOS 11.4.1, Apple has finally rolled out a new security feature designed to protect your devices against USB accessories that connect to the data port, making it harder for law enforcement and hackers to break into your iPhone or iPad without your permission. Dubbed USB...

Apple OS Update Lifts Curtain on iPhone USB Restricted Mode

Apple has officially added a controversial security feature, USB Restricted Mode, to iPhones as part of its new iOS 11.4.1, released on Monday. The feature removes the infamous iPhone USB access feature, blocking out hackers – but also potentially law enforcement – from accessing a locked phone’s...