In Apple’s most recent iOS release is a feature
that made headlines that rippled throughout its huge user base, the Group
FaceTime app. It was labeled as the next big hit in the Apple ecosystem.
However, there was one major flaw in this new
feature which has prompted the company to temporarily take it down as they take
on the task of fixing this major security flaw.
People were able to exploit the glitch in the code
that allowed them or anyone to join a FaceTime call just before the user was
able to pick up. This would then trick the app into thinking that it is an
active call, transmitting audio to anyone that wishes to eavesdrop.
But you still have to give it to Apple. They’ve
been nimble in terms of addressing the issue. Their IT Services are quite fast. The services is now disabled as they
search for a permanent fix. Apple is likely to roll out a fix next week or so,
which means they’ll most likely have it all sorted out once you get to read
this article.
Either way, in case you’re going to use Apple
FaceTime in the future, the company is pushing two easy steps to make sure you
and your data are safe:
The first thing you need to do is to check,
download, and install the latest update for the app. In case there isn’t any
update available, disable FaceTime entirely by going into your iOS settings. If
you’re using a Mac to launch FaceTime, you may disable it simply by opening the
app, then select ‘Preferences and un-tick the option that shows ‘Enable this
Account.’
You can tell that the problem was indeed serious as
New York governor Andrew Cuomo issued a consumer alert, warning users of the
app to temporarily disable it. The announcement also urged Apple to release a
fix immediately.
Since the app has a substantial user base, Apple will
undoubtedly release a fix soon. Given the company’s stance on computer security it’s a no-brainer for
them to get it ironed out ASAP. And let’s just hope that everything goes
smoothly without a hitch.
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