Apple recently announced a lock mode for iOS 16, which allows people at high risk of cyberattacks to stay in communication while limiting their risk.
To ensure that no one violates the already extreme security solution, Apple offers prizes of up to $ 2,000,000 for hackers who can exploit the lock mode and prevent it, claiming that it is the highest reward payment of the sector. “Apple makes the most secure mobile devices on the market,” said Ivan Krstić, head of Apple’s Security Engineering and Architecture. “Lock mode is an innovative capability that reflects our unwavering commitment to protecting users from even the rarest and most sophisticated attacks.”
The average daily user can still access this feature; however, it may not be necessary. The role is aimed at those most prone to attacks, such as world leaders, celebrities, influences, and so on. When the feature is turned on: links and attachments are blocked in an SMS, most javascript is blocked on the web, incoming FaceTime calls of unknown numbers. are locked, cable connections can only be used once the phone is unlocked, and device configuration and management profiles cannot be installed or registered.
Lock mode will be available on iOS 16 this fall.
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