Apple FaceTime bug lets you hear audio -- and see video -- before the call is connected [View all]

[Judi Lynn]

BY CLAIRE REILLY

A major FaceTime bug has been uncovered allowing iPhone users to call another device via FaceTime and hear audio on the other end, before the recipient has answered the call.

The bug — reported by 9to5Mac and confirmed independently by CNET — has the ability to turn any iPhone into a hot mic without the user's knowledge, representing a major security concern for Apple. 9to5Mac also confirmed that it was able to replicate the bug by making a FaceTime call to a Mac.

We managed to demonstrate the bug in the CNET offices during a regular FaceTime call. After starting a FaceTime call with another iPhone user, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to add another user to the call and add your own phone number. While the phone is still ringing, you'll be able to hear audio from the recipient's phone, even though they haven't accepted the call.

The Verge also spotted if the recipient rejects the call by pressing the power button, video will also be broadcast from their phone. CNET recreated this, getting a second or two of video from the recipient's phone before the call was disconnected.

More:
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/apple-facetime-bug-iphone-audio-video-privacy-concern-today-2019-01-28/