A bug was recently identified in FaceTime which allowed remote callers to access a call recipient’s audio and front-facing camera.

A bug was recently identified in FaceTime which allowed remote callers to access a call recipient's audio and front-facing camera (source: https://9to5mac.com/2019/01/28/facetime-bug-hear-audio). Apple released an update on February 7 to eliminate this vulnerability. In order to secure your devices, the TTU IT Division recommends updating your Apple devices immediately. You may find instructions for updating your device in the following locations:

• iOS iPhone or iPad: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204204
• macOS Laptop or Desktop: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201541

After installing these updates, you can safely re-enable FaceTime by following the below instructions:

• iOS iPhone or iPad:
  • Open the Settings application
  • Scroll down and tap the FaceTime option
  • Slide the toggle switch to the right
• macOS Laptop or Desktop:
  • Open the FaceTime app
  • Click “FaceTime” in the menu bar
  • Click “Turn FaceTime On”