Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Graykey Tool Faces Limitations on iOS 18 Devices

Recent leaks reveal that Graykey can only partially unlock iOS 18, impacting law enforcement access to data.

  • Graykey, a tool used by law enforcement, can only partially access data on iPhones running iOS 18 and 18.0.1.
  • Documents do not clarify what 'partial' access entails, but it may include unencrypted files and metadata.
  • iPhone 11 models are reportedly fully unlockable, unlike newer models which remain partially inaccessible.
  • Graykey's capabilities are subject to change as Apple patches vulnerabilities, continuing the cycle of forensic and security updates.
  • Competitor Cellebrite has faced similar challenges, with both companies historically catching up to new iOS versions over time.
Hero image