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Cathal Ryan

Privacy expert urges iPhone users to update devices after Apple bug discovered that can access photos

All iPhone users have been urged to update devices after a bug was discovered in Apple devices that allows cybercriminals to access their photos and messages.

Research published by cybersecurity company Trellix has revealed that the bug allowed cybercriminals to bypass iOS’ security protections, which in turn allows attackers to access your messages and photos from the iPhone.

Apple was quick to develop a fix and all users who updated their devices are now safe from any risks, however, privacy experts have urged those that haven’t to do so immediately. Here is everything you need to know.

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