The Dark Side of iPhone Security: How a Hacker Exploited Vulnerabilities and Stole Millions

💀Aaron Johnson exploited Apple's software vulnerabilities to steal hundreds of iPhones and make millions of dollars.

🦹‍♂️Johnson targeted unsuspecting victims in bars and tricked them into revealing their passcodes.

💰He gained access to bank accounts and money apps, draining funds from his victims.

🔒Apple's security measures were not sufficient to prevent Johnson from hacking into stolen phones.

🔧Apple has introduced stolen device protection settings to enhance security, but more improvements are needed.

How did Aaron Johnson steal the iPhones?

—Johnson targeted people in bars and tricked them into revealing their passcodes. He would watch them enter the code or ask for it directly.

What did Johnson do with the stolen phones?

—Johnson would change the Apple ID passwords, lock the owners out, and access their bank accounts and money apps. He would also sell the stolen phones.

Did Apple improve their security measures?

—Apple introduced stolen device protection settings that add an extra layer of defense to iPhones. However, further enhancements are still needed.

How much money did Johnson make from this scheme?

—Johnson estimated that his group stole between one and two million dollars in total.

Is Johnson still involved in hacking?

—Johnson stated that he wants to leave behind his criminal past and focus on improving his life for the sake of his children.

00:00Introduction to Aaron Johnson and his hacking exploits

03:01Johnson's methods of stealing iPhones and accessing victims' bank accounts

06:31Details of how Johnson profited from selling stolen iPhones

08:01Apple's initial response to the hacking incidents

08:31The introduction of stolen device protection settings by Apple

09:01Johnson's regrets and future aspirations