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.
Overview
- 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.