The iOS 13 was released last 19 September to iPhone owners worldwide and offers a deluge of exciting new features. However, the software also contains a worrying security flaw that won't be fixed until a new Apple update debuts later.
The iOS 13 is Apple’s all-singing, all-dancing operating system and is most distinguishable for its Dark Mode, which is designed to make using your iPhone in low-light conditions a less strenuous on the eyes.
Bringing the mobile operating system to parity with the Apple's macOS, the functionality is not only a visual treat - but it should could even improve your battery life on handsets with an OLED display.
When enabled, Apple’s Dark Mode will ensure all native apps adopt black and dark grey tones. What is more, Dark Mode is also available for third-party developers, meaning its level of integration with iOS will only deepen over time.
Dark Mode aside, iOS 13 should also improve the responsiveness of iPhones and reduce App Store download sizes.
There are also several new features to shout about, like an improved Photos app, a new way to sign in with Apple and much more.
But while iOS 13 is very tempting to download for all these reasons, it seems the new operating system is also hampered by a worrying security flaw.
Apple user Jose Rodriguez discovered a vulnerability within iOS 13 earlier this year and reported it to Apple on 17 July, according to The Verge.
In a nutshell, the exploit allows a user to see a users' private contact information from the lockscreen without needing to know the passcode for the iPhone – just as long as they follow a specific set of actions.
The technique requires an individual to start a FaceTime call, then harness Apple’s voiceover feature via Siri to gain access to the phone’s contact list.
As demonstrated in a YouTube tutorial, this could allow someone to view another’s email, phone number, home or work address, and more.
Following Rodriguez's initial report of the feature, a number of other media outlets have managed to successfully recreate the bug. Thankfully, the issue shouldn't be around for long as Apple's next iOS update, 13.1, will reportedly fix this vulnerability even a few days after its 24 September debut.
The new software was initially due to launch six days later on September 30 but Apple has decided to bring it forward.
The iOS 13 is Apple’s all-singing, all-dancing operating system and is most distinguishable for its Dark Mode, which is designed to make using your iPhone in low-light conditions a less strenuous on the eyes.
Bringing the mobile operating system to parity with the Apple's macOS, the functionality is not only a visual treat - but it should could even improve your battery life on handsets with an OLED display.
When enabled, Apple’s Dark Mode will ensure all native apps adopt black and dark grey tones. What is more, Dark Mode is also available for third-party developers, meaning its level of integration with iOS will only deepen over time.
Dark Mode aside, iOS 13 should also improve the responsiveness of iPhones and reduce App Store download sizes.
There are also several new features to shout about, like an improved Photos app, a new way to sign in with Apple and much more.
But while iOS 13 is very tempting to download for all these reasons, it seems the new operating system is also hampered by a worrying security flaw.
Apple user Jose Rodriguez discovered a vulnerability within iOS 13 earlier this year and reported it to Apple on 17 July, according to The Verge.
In a nutshell, the exploit allows a user to see a users' private contact information from the lockscreen without needing to know the passcode for the iPhone – just as long as they follow a specific set of actions.
The technique requires an individual to start a FaceTime call, then harness Apple’s voiceover feature via Siri to gain access to the phone’s contact list.
As demonstrated in a YouTube tutorial, this could allow someone to view another’s email, phone number, home or work address, and more.
Following Rodriguez's initial report of the feature, a number of other media outlets have managed to successfully recreate the bug. Thankfully, the issue shouldn't be around for long as Apple's next iOS update, 13.1, will reportedly fix this vulnerability even a few days after its 24 September debut.
The new software was initially due to launch six days later on September 30 but Apple has decided to bring it forward.
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