The game is on for hackers trying to spot security vulnerabilities in Apple's iPhone and already they're scoring points.
Less than 72 hours after the iPhone's introduction, researchers have reported at least one flaw that could allow an attacker some level of control over the device, while other hackers have uncovered passwords hiding in Apple software that could prove key in gaining root access, they said.
The most serious flaw, reported by Errata Security, resides in the iPhone's Safari browser. By effecting a buffer overflow in the application, an attacker can take control of the browser and run code on the device, said Robert Graham, CEO of Errata.
"The scenario that seems most attractive is to have the phone dial 900 numbers," Graham said, noting an age-old attack that allows criminals with ties to fee-based phone services to profit each time an infected computer dial the number.
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Less than 72 hours after the iPhone's introduction, researchers have reported at least one flaw that could allow an attacker some level of control over the device, while other hackers have uncovered passwords hiding in Apple software that could prove key in gaining root access, they said.
The most serious flaw, reported by Errata Security, resides in the iPhone's Safari browser. By effecting a buffer overflow in the application, an attacker can take control of the browser and run code on the device, said Robert Graham, CEO of Errata.
"The scenario that seems most attractive is to have the phone dial 900 numbers," Graham said, noting an age-old attack that allows criminals with ties to fee-based phone services to profit each time an infected computer dial the number.
View: The Reg
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No "first post" or anything similar
I think I prefer my new U600, looks better, does more and it's not apple locked
Yes, the features are on the average side, but the presentation and use of them far exceeds any other phone on the market, not to mention the phone LOOKS nicer then most other phones on the market and most of the features the iphone lacks are stuff the general public doesn't care about anyway.
Your thinking the same way apple competitors think, which is why they end up wondering how the iPod is STILL the best selling MP3 player even though MANY other players have far more features at a lower price.
bluetooth obex, custom ringtones, and unlock to other providers, and improve call quality and reception do that apple fast.. i will totally ignore the iphone syncs with the horrible itunes-
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