Expert Commentary: Apple iOS Security Research Device Program

The iOS Security Research Device program is a step in the right direction for Apple, as they are a high-priority target for nation-state-backed attackers. By looping in more researchers to perform a greater volume of testing, Apple should achieve better security as a result. To proactively identify and close vulnerabilities in their products before they can be exploited by bad actors, both before and after products are brought to market, organizations should take a page out of Apple’s playbook and work with outside researchers. Speed is the natural enemy of security in software development, and no organization is safe, even companies with in-house security teams. The news is dampened by their legal battle with Corellium over copyright infringement, since Corellium developed and sold software that allows researchers to hunt for potential iPhone vulnerabilities, but is ultimately a good and exciting move by Apple.  Read Less