Overtime, Apple has been respected as the tech company with the most security. Its latest tracking tool the iMac maker dubbed “AirTag” has been available for customer purchase. Since Apple’s tracker launched over a few weeks ago, several tech experts have attempted to bypass its default programmed security system.
A German security researcher, Stack Smashing, recently discovered a means to enhance Apple’s track accessory in case of lost mode — he reportedly tweaked AirTags NFC URL for swift access when lost, but directs its URL to a customized landing page.
According to Smashing findings which he then shared as a tweet, he bypassed Apple’s tracker to gain access to tweak the AirTag’s microcontroller — it consists of the memory, a micro processing unit, and other elements that complete the microcontroller circuit.
“These devices are optimized for embedded applications that require both processing functionality and agile, responsive interaction with digital, analogue, or electromechanical components,” AllAboutCircuits writes.
The Smashed AirTag with enhanced microprocessing unit can access another link aside from its default Find My webpage. Stack Smashing tweet showed his AirTag opening a webpage that is not related to Finding My — this could be used to process other web functions such as phishing.
While Stack Smashing reportedly tricked AirTag’s microprocessing unit, Apple is expected to deploy a server-side blocking mechanism to defend its accessory tracker firewall or security software for maximum AirTag competence.
Paul Balo is the founder of TechBooky and a highly skilled wireless communications professional with a strong background in cloud computing, offering extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing wireless communication systems.
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