A bug has been identified in FaceTime that allows remote callers access to a call recipient's audio and front-facing camera.

A bug has been identified in FaceTime that allows remote callers access to a call recipient's audio and front-facing camera (source: https://9to5mac.com/2019/01/28/facetime-bug-hear-audio). This can occur regardless of whether the recipient answers the FaceTime call or not.

Apple is aware of this bug, and states that they have disabled the Group FaceTime feature, and will address it in a software update later this week. Until a permanent fix is released, the TTU IT Division recommends disabling FaceTime on all your devices to protect your privacy and data. You may find instructions for disabling FaceTime below:

iOS iPhone or iPad:

1. Open the Settings application
2. Scroll down to the FaceTime icon
3. Switch the toggle to gray

macOS Laptop or Desktop:

1. Open the FaceTime app
2. Click "FaceTime" in the menu bar
3. Click "Turn off FaceTime"