Facetime and Privacy: The REAL Risks

Ring, ring.

No answer.  

That's not a problem, I will just listen in on the other user without their permission.  REALLY? 

Yes, really.  Although by the time you read this, the "facetime bug" will have been fixed, it does highlight some real problems with high complexity technology.  They put your privacy at risk.  Audio and video feed to others without your permission ARE possible.  

The Apple "Facetime bug" Fix

While this current bug is being fixed by Apple, there are two major questions that remain, in regards to your personal privacy.

1. What other bugs are out there that we, the general public, don't know about but others' do?  Others that are looking to exploit those bugs for any number of reasons.

2. If this is possible by a "bug", what is possible when it's programmed in intentionally?  Who has the keys (i.e. knowledge) to use your phone or computers video camera and microphone without your permission?

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