Cellebrite Struggles to Unlock iPhones Running iOS 17.4 and Later
Leaked documents reveal that security measures in newer iOS versions are thwarting the mobile forensics firm's tools.
- Cellebrite's tools cannot unlock iPhones running iOS 17.4 or newer, as shown in leaked documents.
- The company has yet to crack most iPhones running iOS 17.1 to 17.3.1, except for some older models like the iPhone XR and iPhone 11.
- Apple data indicates that 77% of iPhones are running some version of iOS 17, complicating Cellebrite's efforts.
- Most Android phones remain vulnerable, though certain models like the Google Pixel 6-8 are exceptions when powered down.
- Cellebrite continues to update its capabilities but struggles to keep pace with Apple's security advancements.