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This news discusses the security implications of iOS 18’s inactivity reboot feature. The automatic reboot after 72 hours of inactivity is intended to enhance security by mitigating the risk of unauthorized access, data theft, and other cyber threats. This feature aligns with U.S. NSA security recommendations, reducing the window of opportunity for malicious actors to exploit inactive devices.

References:

• @lukaszolejnik.bsky.social - iPhone left without being unlocked reboots itself after 72 hours. - 4d
• @jiska - A post on a social media platform discussing the new inactivity reboot feature. - 3d

Classification:

• HashTags: iOS18 Security Apple
• Company: Apple
• Target: iPhones
• Product: iOS
• Feature: Inactivity reboot
• Type: ProductUpdate
• Severity: Medium