AT&T is resetting passcodes for 7.6 million current users and 65.4 million former account holders after a 2019 data leak resurfaced, exposing encrypted account passcodes and personal information of millions of customers. The company is conducting a thorough investigation and has emphasized the lack of evidence of unauthorized access to its systems. The incident serves as a reminder of the long-term impact of cybersecurity breaches and the importance of ongoing vigilance in protecting sensitive data.
Apple has released a visionOS 1.0.3 update for its Vision Pro headset, allowing owners who forget their passcodes to reset their device and start over with a fresh install, eliminating the need to visit an Apple Store or contact customer support. This update, the first since the headset's public launch, also includes bug fixes and aligns the device more closely with the rest of Apple's products. The $3,500 headset has been described as a mix of fascination and frustration, better suited for developers or wealthy Apple fans than the general public.
Apple Vision Pro users who forget their passcodes may have to go to an Apple Store or mail their mixed reality headset to AppleCare customer support to have it reset, as there's currently no way to do it at home. Some users have reported being locked out even after entering the correct passcode, and Apple's Genius Bar personnel have reportedly struggled to reset the headset in at least one instance. The process to change the passcode could potentially be updated through a software update in the future.
