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New tech bypasses iPhone security for police data access

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] ·

Magnet Forensics has reportedly developed a new technology, GrayKey Preserve and Evidence Preservation Mode, that can bypass Apple's iOS inactivity reboot feature. This new capability allows law enforcement to more easily access sensitive data on locked iPhones, even if the device has rebooted. The technology aims to keep iPhones in an 'After First Unlock' (AFU) state, which preserves data that would otherwise be encrypted or inaccessible in a 'Before First Unlock' (BFU) state. AI

IMPACT This technology could significantly impact digital forensics and privacy, potentially enabling broader access to user data on locked devices.

RANK_REASON The item describes a new technology/product developed by a company that aids in accessing data from devices, fitting the 'tool' category.

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New tech bypasses iPhone security for police data access

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6 / 100
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Tool
The item describes a new technology/product developed by a company that aids in accessing data from devices, fitting the 'tool' category.
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COVERAGE [1]

  1. 404 Media TIER_1 English(EN) · Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai ·

    Cops Can Bypass iPhone’s Automatic Reboot to Get Into Locked Phones, Leaked Video Claims

    Magent Forensics, the owner of the GrayKey phone unlocking tool, says it can bypass an iPhone rebooting feature that was locking cops out.

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