BootROM flaws in older iPhones expose crypto seed phrases to physical attacks
Physical access to affected iPhones allows BootROM code execution before iOS loads but Secure Enclave protections remain intact.
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Unpatchable hardware flaws in older iPhones allow crypto seed theft
BootROM and usbliter8 exploits in older iPhones (4S to iPhone 11) enable attackers with physical access to steal recovery phrases despite factory resets and airplane mode.