Iphone activation lock ios 7

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A new bug discovered by Miguel Alvarado can allow anyone to bypass this process.

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Users also have to enter their Apple ID and password to reactivate the device after resetting it.

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After iOS 7, if users want to turn off 'Find My iPhone' or reset the device, the phone asks for their Apple ID and password. However, it turns out that there is a bug that lets anyone bypass the security feature. NEW DELHI: Apple added a layer of extra protection with iOS 7 through the activation lock feature making it difficult for thieves to steal an iPhone.

 

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