… First, it launches a command that invokes the legitimate macOS softwareupdate binary - but with an invalid parameter. This essentially does nothing but launch a trusted Apple‑signed process to make the software update look legitimate. …
… Both EPREL and the French scheme score products based on ease of disassembly; the quality of the repair information or documentation; spare part availability and pricing; and software updates. …
… The software update meant Byrne was left without any hope of unlocking his device, upon which a catalog of valuable photos and memories are stored, unless he were to restore the phone, wiping off the only files of any importance to him. …
… We’ll ignore that and consider some other findings instead, such as data that shows users of Apple devices update software faster than owners of other machines. …
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