Security researcher Thomas Roth recentlyuncoveredseveral vulnerabilities in Apple’s ACE3 USB-C controller for the iPhone 15 and 16.
Notably, he successfully dumped the firmware.
Apple has opted not to take action at this time, citing the complexity of Roth’s methods.
One potential response could involve revising the hardware in future iPhone models.
NewX-ray scanningtechniques have revealed that USB-C cables could contain a surprising amount of hidden hardware.
Exposing the firmware for Apple’s USB-C controller could facilitate similar attacks in the future.
However, there is a silver lining.
Dumping the firmware has also produced positive outcomes.
Independent repair specialists have already used Roth’s research to gain valuable insights into diagnosing and repairing Macs.
Roth’s findings could help shift the balance toward greater repairability and transparency.
