Trendingger Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Apple users have reported an unexpected resurrection of deleted photos. The tech giant, known for its stringent privacy measures, has found itself in the midst of a controversy as old, erased images are mysteriously reappearing on devices. The issue came to light with the release of iOS 17.5, an update that was intended to bring 'important bug fixes’. However, it inadvertently introduced a glitch that caused previously deleted photos to reemerge. This anomaly has left users puzzled and concerned about their privacy. The bug is not limited to photos deleted recently. In some instances, images erased years ago have made an unexpected comeback. This has raised questions about the efficacy of Apple’s deletion process and whether ‘deleted’ in Apple’s terminology truly means 'erased’. The issue is not confined to devices currently owned by users. There have been reports of old photos appearing on devices that had been wiped clean and sold to others. This raises serious concerns about data retention and privacy, especially considering that some of the photos were taken years ago. Apple has responded swiftly to the issue by releasing an update, iOS 17.5.1, aimed at fixing the bug. However, the incident has left a lingering question in the minds of users about the sanctity of their data and the effectiveness of deletion on digital platforms. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the complexities of data management in the digital age. When we delete something, where does it really go? How do you feel about this incident, and what steps will you take to protect your digital privacy? Read more: https://www.macrumors.com/2024/05/17/ios-17-5-bug-wiped-devices-photos-resurfacing/ https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/05/ios-and-ipados-17-5-1-fix-a-nasty-bug-that-resurfaced-old-photos/ https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-13442455/iPhone-Apple-releases-urgent-security-update.html https://au.pcmag.com/security/105345/ios-1751-fixes-alarming-bug-that-makes-deleted-iphone-photos-reappear https://www.forbes.com/sites/kateoflahertyuk/2024/05/21/ios-1751-emergency-fix-issued-to-all-iphoneusers/ Image: Stockbakery | Dreamstime.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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