Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a new security flaw affecting millions of older iPhones.
The vulnerability, identified by security firm Paradigm Shift, impacts seven popular iPhone models powered by Apple’s A12 and A13 Bionic chips.
The affected devices include the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max and iPhone SE (2nd generation).
Experts warn the weakness could allow attackers to gain deep access to affected devices and bypass key security protections.
Once compromised, hackers could potentially steal personal information, install hidden spyware and gain control over sensitive parts of the phone.
The flaw is buried inside the
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