#Apple users need to use the #messages app or #iMessage app on #iPhone models to text. However, with a new study, it was stated that Apple can access iMessage messages even if there is end-to-end encryption.
鉂揌ow does the iMessage encryption system work?
In the iMessage app developed by Apple, encryption works so that messages sent from an Apple device to another Apple device can only be viewed by interested parties. In this encryption, Apple devices act as a key. Without this key, it is impossible to read messages even if they are intercepted by someone else. However, the #vulnerability that emerged in backing up messages has become one of the most talked about topics in the online world, especially on #Reddit.
鉁匨essages are revealed with backup in iCloud system!
#iCloud messages feature must be turned on for those who want to back up Apple's messages via iCloud. When this process is done, the messages history starts to be stored separately from the iCloud backup of the device. The risk, according to research, is that iCloud backup is not end-to-end encrypted. Apple stores the key in this backup to unlock encrypted messages. This is where the situation that worries users arises. The key, which is included in the backup system in order not to lose the backups, also creates a big gap in accessing the backups. That's how hackers can gain access to your data if there's a major iCloud data breach. Some users have also found a special solution for this backup system, which is also open to attackers, especially Apple.
How are messages protected from third parties?
The first thing to do for those who don't want to be affected by this kind of vulnerability is to not use iCloud backup for messages.
Make sure the toggle next to #iCloud #Backup is grayed out. When you disable iCloud Backup, your last backup stays in the cloud for 180 days. If you want an alternative and secure backup solution, you can choose to backup via #iTunes. Thus, you can securely store your backups that will not be on cloud servers, and restore them to your phone when you need it.
What is stated about Apple and message backups will be enough for you to provide the necessary security.
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