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Apple Releases Patch For Evasi0n Jailbreak (After It's Used 18 Million Times)
Sparrowvsrevolution writes "Apple has released a new update for iOS that prevents the jailbreak evasi0n released last month. But that hacking tool has already become the most popular jailbreak ever: It's been used to remove the software restrictions on 18.2 million devices in the 43 days between its release and the patch, according to data from Cydia, the app store for jailbroken devices. In its announcement of the update, Apple says it has fixed six bugs and was polite enough to credit the hackers behind evasi0n with finding four of them. At least one of the bugs used by evasi0n remains unpatched, according to David Wang, one of evasi0n's creators. And Wang says that he and his fellow hackers still have bugs in reserve for a new jailbreak, although they plan to keep them secret until the next major release."
It's called Android...
And Wang says that he and his fellow hackers still have bugs in reserve for a new jailbreak, although they plan to keep them secret until the next major release."
****ing assholes.
If you know about a security flaw, you should report it so they can be fixed.
I'm amazed by how many Appletards herald the one true way, only to jailbreak the idevices behind Apple's back.
I'd wish Apple would just make the idevices jailbreak proof. Then lets see wether the Appletards would choose between the one true way and freedom.
I thought it was only unlocking a phone to use it on any carrier that recently became "illegal" due to a change at the library of congress.
IIRC there was a court case or some legislative action a year or 2 ago that made it illegal for manufacturers to stop people from jailbreaking their phones.
How is Apple geting around this, assuming I'm not misinformed? If they are just "fixing bugs" they should have the "Allow apps from anywhere" option that sFurbo mentioned above long ago!
This is written on a MacBook but I have less love for Apple every day. It's like an old marriage that's jumped the shark.
Less *is* more.
When *I* pay $700 for a phone, it will be used the way *I* want to use it, not the way the company I bought it from recommends. Shit, they go beyond simple recommendation, they FORCE me to use it their way. Kudos to the jailbreaking teams around the world for giving me what the company that sold me the product failed to give me.....freedom.
It's pretty simple, really. If you are that concerned about their security flaws, then upgrade. As a developer myself, I can guarantee you that there are more bugs/flaws that have not been addressed. If not, or you wish to handle YOUR device's security yourself, like I do, stick with a version of iOS >=6.1.2.
In my opinion, jailbreaking is worth it simply to run the iBlacklist app, if nothing else. That, and the ability to block the never ending onslaught of ads that are eating up my "unlimited" data plan. Like I stated, it is MY fucking phone. If I do not want to be bothered by telemarketers, politicians trying to solicit money, debt collectors (who mainly call my number because it is still linked to whoever's number this was before I had it, and didn't bother to update their database when I politely explained, the first 100 times, that this is no longer Alejandra Gomez's number), and anyone else I deem worthy of my shitlist, I should have that ability, because neither Apple, nor my carrier provide me with it.
And, to whoever posted it, jailbreaking is NOT illegal. Unlocking is currently (in the US), but the Obama squad is on that.....supposedly.
Fuck no.
For fucking millionth time, the only way to not deliberately collaborate with restricting user freedoms is to not fucking buy the restricted stuff in the first place.
You buy DRM'ed shit - you give the DRM producer money. The fact that you intend to use hacks to circumvent the DRM later only sends a clear message: "We're doing fine, we just need to clamp down on them hackers harder".
This is not fighting for freedom, this is entitlement complex. I could somewhat understand looking to break DRM when non-DRM media in some class is nonexistent or virtually nonexistent - like in DVD video case, but not in cases like smartphones or, say, videogames. You're not entitled to it. Just say "fuck you" to them and their shiny toys and go play elsewhere - the playground is huge and alternatives are plenty.
Stop buying their products!
You don't actually need to jailbreak an Android phone, they are already jailbroken. You just go and press a button to allow applications from sources other than the Google Play store. It will warn you that you may face hacking, doom, whatever but it will then allow you to install applications from any source you like. You can download them off the web, you can get other application stores, like Amazon's, whatever you want. Rooting is if you want full control of your device. You are right that some devices are very locked down and hard to root. However it really isn't comparable, since they are all more or less jailbroken.
The main reason to jailbreak iPhone is to get access to non-Apple applications. That is just not necessary on Android.
Cracking the Apple TV 3? I can not believe that that platform is completely secured from hackers.
Do not look at laser with remaining good eye.
You don't actually need to jailbreak an Android phone, they are already jailbroken. You just go and press a button to allow applications from sources other than the Google Play store. It will warn you that you may face hacking, doom, whatever but it will then allow you to install applications from any source you like. You can download them off the web, you can get other application stores, like Amazon's, whatever you want. Rooting is if you want full control of your device. You are right that some devices are very locked down and hard to root. However it really isn't comparable, since they are all more or less jailbroken.
The main reason to jailbreak iPhone is to get access to non-Apple applications. That is just not necessary on Android.
What are you doing here? The main reason for /. nerds to get root access to iOS or Android is to do nerdy stuff like tinker around with the OS and even replace the OS entirely. I suspect that's what he was talking about.
The main reason to jailbreak an iPhone is to pirate apps.
I hope Apple manages to patch every single bug that would allow jailbreaking. They had a pretty good run with the iPhone 4s and 5, clocking in at 98 days and 136 days respectively.
Too many people buy iOS devices based on the premise they'll be able to jailbreak them in order to make full use of the hardware they bought. And that rewards Apple and its walled garden model, which is beyond broken. Sadly many consumers are too complacent, lazy or stupid to care they are only renting their iPhone or iPad. In 2013 I am not buying the "It just works" mantra, because many other devices just work better. However if even a fraction of those 18 million jailbreakers had opted for more open alternative, the marketplace would look very different right now.
At the very least, it would have forced Apple to reconsider their stance on the walled garden. If say 5 million of those 18 million people did NOT buy a new iPhone, on top of those opting for Android, BB or WP anyway, Apple would leave at least at least $2.2 billion on the table for competitors*. I have a feeling though that is already happening, as Apple's growth has slowed, and their share price has plummeted in the past few months.
Since this is slashdot, I know the Nokia N900 still has a cult following. Imagine if Nokia had been rewarded for its N900 by people buying it instead of jailbreaking their iPhone 3Gs? Identical hardware specs, but sooooo many more features in a completely open garden. We may have continued to have real Linux phones, with QT apps and repositories instead of the JVM garbage we currently consider the best alternative.
* Profit margins on the iPhone 5, similar to the 4s: http://www.zdnet.com/iphone-5-16gb-costs-an-estimated-207-to-build-7000004476/
Billions of songs donloaded
1 million applications available
18 million Jailbreaks.
Priceless.
I haven't thought of anything clever to put here, but then again most of you haven't either.
I can compile and install my own apps without going through the store. You just have to have a developer account (which is not very expensive).
I've heard that argument phrased as "if you can afford several hundred dollars for an iPhone, you can afford $99 a year for a developer account." It's not just about the money, it's about me objecting to a company that acts as a gatekeeper to a device that I own, and that expects me to pay a yearly toll to access some of the functionality of that device... access that could be revoked for any number of reasons with no recourse.
I think you misspelled Android. Which platform do people actually buy things on again? Oh right, iOS.
So how do I install it on my iPod 4th Gen?
> The main reason to jailbreak an iPhone is to pirate apps.
Yes. Gaze upon the ultimate manifestation of the Apple cult mentality:
If you want to do something interesting, you must "justify yourself". The basic notion of liberty encapsulated by "why not' is totally alien. If you are the least bit creative, you get called a criminal.
A Pirate and a Puritan look the same on a balance sheet.
I'll buy any Android app if I use it enough and/or the app is worthy of it. To name a few:
- Minimalistic Text (because it's awesome)
- Root Explorer
- Titanium Backup
- Better Terminal Emulator Pro & AirTerm
because the item is owned by me I can do to it anywthing I want. If it means I'm going to break copyright or pirate so be it and getting caught is my own problem.
by TheSpoom (715771) Uncaring Linux user here. I have nothing to add to this but please continue. *munches popcorn*
The problem with "voting with your dollars" is that the ballot is not accurate enough. If you decide not to buy the last Michael Bay Bluray, is it because of the DRM ? It might as well be because of too many overlong 1.5 seconds sequences. In fact, it statistically is, as for every one person complaining about the DRM, there are ten who just wanted more sfx
Apple didn't release the patch "to break the jailbreak", but to solve a more severe bug - that someone can take your locked phone and break into it.
Fixing the jailbreak (it was fixing one of the many exploits it relied on) could have been a side effect, or on purpose, but the main fix was to fix the damn privacy flaw.
Of course, everyone concentrates on the jailbreaking aspect, and not the real reason for the fix that everyone knew was coming (and has been demonstrated weeks ago).
I had few Android devices. From 2.3.7 phone and table to a tabled with 4.1 version. I am sorry to say that they are just crude in comparison to iOS. Only thing I wish iOS had was the ability to not use stupid iTunes for MP3 adding. I hate the iTunes. The rest of the software is great and reliable. Not the same can be said about the Android even the base apps.
Is to make sure Facebook integration is comletely disabled...
I didn't ask anyone to justify themselves. Read my post. See? It says nothing of the sort.
So what are you saying? That one can't point out the thing that motivates most people to jailbreak? That it's unsayable? So much for liberty, you are implying censorship.
You can say whatever bullshit you want to say. He's just calling you out as an asshole that you are. All freedom both ways, no censorship involved.