Security Experts Identify Dozens of iPhone Apps Vulnerable to Hacking

Hacking has turned out be a global issue and no matter how full proof a system is it remains vulnerable to the system of hacking. Most of the hackers are trained professionals who can very easily extract information digitally from our phones and computers. According to recent news, a group of security experts have discovered a flaw in several popular iPhone apps which can make the user’s device vulnerable to hacking. Through the mobile applications the hackers can very easily gain access to all the sensitive data including details about latest transactions and bank details.

33 Names Already Revealed 

Will Strafach, an Infosec expert recently published a blog post to caveat users that a scan of the regular Apple Store iPhone apps has identified 76 apps which can be used as a medium for hacking. Through these applications the hackers will play the role of ‘man in the middle’, and will gain access to all the useful data and information sent from phone to the cloud. The blog post also revealed the names of 33 such apps which are vulnerable including FirstBank, a banking app and a car application called Uconnect Access.

43 More Apps Named

That’s not all, the names of the apps already revealed are believed to be low risk and the blog further warns that there are 43 applications that are high risk apps. The name of these applications will also be revealed within a few weeks, after the developers have been given a fair chance to fix the flaws immediately. The Infosec expert revealed that this security hole can be derived by hackers through network related code be misconfigured in an unfortunate manner. He also stated that most of the names of apps already revealed are Snapchat add-on apps. These also include the apps used for uploading videos and photos to Snapchat and also those used for increasing Snapchat contacts. Another popular application which is a high risk app is Epic, which offers unlimited books for kids.

Onus of App Developers 

He also said that because of the type of flaw, Apple has not yet issued a widespread fix for that would make the applications even more vulnerable to hacking. It is the obligation and responsibility of the app developers solely to fix this issue and to ensure that their apps are free from risk of attacks. The blog post by Will Strafach contains the full names and details of the app list issued earlier. The scariest part of this is that all the 76 apps vulnerable to hacking have been downloaded and installed over 18,000,000 times.

The blog post not only reveals the name of these apps but also categories them into sections of low, medium and high risk. This will make it easier for the iPhone users to stops using the high & medium risk apps until the risk of attack is gone and the apps are safe to use. Strafach has also advised iPhone users to safeguard their device through properly configured VPN. If the users are not keen on using VPN, then they must switch off the Wi-Fi connection in all public places.

iPhone Lock Screen Hack Means Your Pictures and Contacts may be Accessed Without a Passcode

Smartphone has really changed our lifestyle, and we become more reliant on the mobile technologies for various personal and business purposes. With the introduction of different mobile devices and Operating Systems, we often like to experiment with each of these innovations. In fact, the main aspect that we like to find in every device is the security. If any important information is leaked, it causes a great risk. However, this is the main problem, recently reported by many iPhone users. Though some people have claimed that an iPhone is safer than its other counterparts, there are some complaints, made against the security issue of iPhone.

The hackers are trying to get data from any locked iPhone device with the use of a special technique.

If they are successful in doing so, then the private details of users (such as, messages, images and contact lists) may be exploited.

How hackers have access to your iPhone-

To access the stored information of any iPhone users, the hackers at first make a query to Siri. After that, Siri gives them a response with contact details and name of the person, who owns the phone. Then attackers make use of a different iPhone for calling the protected iPhone set and start sending a customized message. Just after completing this sage, the hackers instruct Siri for turning on the voice.

Then, they click on contact part any text and control another tap, while making clicks at the same time. When it is accomplished appropriately, the hackers may face no obstacle in typing something or in viewing at the list of contacts in any model of iPhone. There is also one info option, and if it is clicked, the hackers can look through a vast data. It does not matter whether your iPhone is in locked condition; the hackers will be able to hack your mobile with their intricate technology.

Make adjustments in your iPhone settings to prevent hacking-

The good news, however, is that there are some ways to prevent the hackers from accessing your personal data on iPhone. For almost any iOS lockscreen, you may apply this method. You have to deactivate the access of Siri on your lockscreen.

While you are not able to make use of Siri for activating VoiceOver, the hacking process may not be successful. In order to make Siri disabled, you have to at first select the Settings option, and from there, you can find Siri. If this Siri is in activated condition, there is an option for turning it off.

Thus, you have to take steps to protect your iPhone from getting hacked by any attacker. You can also strictly follow the security rules of Apple in order to have a complete protection. Though many iPhone users have reported about their concern on hacking, there are some specific models, which have more possibilities of security issues. Some of these products are iPhone 6S Plus, 6 Plus, SE model and some others.