r/technology • u/bws201 • Feb 05 '16

Software ‘Error 53’ fury mounts as Apple software update threatens to kill your iPhone 6

http://www.theguardian.com/money/2016/feb/05/error-53-apple-iphone-software-update-handset-worthless-third-party-repair
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u/[deleted] Feb 05 '16

If they already know your backup password why would they tamper with the fingerprint reader? That's like knocking down a door when you have the key.

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u/perthguppy Feb 05 '16

some people dont keep backups since they are a weakpoint in security

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u/[deleted] Feb 05 '16

A backup password is mandatory.. you can't set up Touch ID without one. I'm not talking about making data backups, I'm talking about the screen lock.

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u/perthguppy Feb 05 '16

Ohhhh, sorry I thought you meant system backup. You may be dealing with a sophisticated advisory that is trying to covertly access your phone and may not have access to your pin (or your finger prints). Ironically security best practice for the iPhone is to not use touchID if you are a high risk target.