Apple releases iOS 7.0.2 to fix lock screen security bug

update, which went out Thursday morning, fixes a bug that would let users bypass the passcode security on the lock screen. That security issue was discovered just hours after the public update was released, and would give anyone direct access to applications and user data. Apple last week said it was working on a fix, though did not offer an estimate on when it would arrive. CNETAlong with the security fix, Apple says the update brings back the capability to use a Greek keyboard when typing in passcodes, something that was apparently missing in the early release.Lock screens offer the primary means of defense against unwanted use of mobile devices. When introducing the iPhone 5S earlier this month, Apple claimed that only about half of smartphone users actually had passcode security enabled. That was just before debuting Touch ID, a new fingerprint scanning technology that's baked into the iPhone 5S and can unlock a phone without users having to enter in their passcode. The feature is expected to be included in all future iOS devices.

Apple releases iOS 6.1.3 beta with passcode bug fix in tow

someone gain access to your iPhone by sneaking past the lock screen. Through a small series of steps, including making an emergency call, a person could bypass the passcode in order to make phone calls, listen to voice mail, and check contact photos.Apple acknowledged the bug last week. promised to squash it in a future iOS release. iOS 6.1.3 will fix that problem, the company said, according to 9to5Mac.The new beta also offers some enhancements to the Maps app for Japan.Apple has been on a roll lately with iOS updates to resolve various flaws.The company released iOS 6.1.1 early last week, an update targeted only to the iPhone 4S to patch up an issue with cellular performance. On Tuesday, iOS 6.1.2 rolled out for all iOS devices with a fix for an Exchange calendar bug that caused the battery to drain.iOS 6.1.3 beta 2 is available only for registered developers and supports the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch.