FBI to unlock yet another iPhone and an iPod
Two teenagers who allegedly murdered Robert and Patricia Cogdell last July in Arkansas are facing a trial in which they have pleaded not guilty to the capital murder, aggravated robbery and other related charges. The prosecutors are in possession of an iPhone 6 belonging to 18-year old Hunter Drexler and an iPod belonging to 15-year old Justin Staton.
It is believed that the teenagers used these devices to plot the murder and may contain critical evidence. The FBI hasn't revealed how they gained access to the San Bernardino shooter's iPhone, but it seems to have figured out a way to unlock devices regularly, as it has agreed to do the same for the devices confiscated in this case.
Apple wasn't pleased by the FBI's request and the latest event will further increase the growing concern among tech companies and the community regarding the protection of user privacy versus law enforcement.
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AustinPosted:
-Stitch Pretty sure they've figured out how to do this through the JB teams.
I'm pretty sure you're right on this one lmao
MushroomElmPosted:
AzirSeam It seems like a definite crack has been found to break the encryption on all apple devices, the problem with this is, whats to stop this getting leaked and used to invade our privacy?
I doubt it'll be leaked, but I do think this will be taken advantage off.
If the FBI can do it, I can guarantee there will be people who aren't on payroll of the Government, who are out there, that will now be wanting to get their hands on such a thing. Eventually, whether it is released/announced or not, it will be leaked one way or another.
MajPosted:
This is big. This could lead to all kinds of data theft and leaks. Not too pleased about this. I agree that they should get to search the phones and shit but could lead to bigger things
SeamPosted:
It seems like a definite crack has been found to break the encryption on all apple devices, the problem with this is, whats to stop this getting leaked and used to invade our privacy?
carlos-Posted:
StifledJeez People get way too butt hurt over this. The second you commit a crime of that nature, all your rights to privacy goes out the freaken window. I 1000% stand with the FBI on unlocking these phones. Cell phones are such a massive part of everyones lives, this could be a large piece of evidence to send people to jail
Completely agree with you on this.
The moment you commit a crime? Here's why your statement is inaccurate. First, those teenagers were never found guilty, therefore innocent until proven otherwise, am I not wrong? Second, They're suspects of a crime, therefore, they're not obligated to give up their privacy rights.
PintPosted:
I can see apple making it harder to break the encryption, They have already shown they will stand up for the consumer
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