Subject: Concerns About Open Port 62078 on iPhone 12 Pro

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Subject: Concerns About Open Port 62078 on iPhone 12 Pro

Hi Apple Community,

I recently encountered a concerning issue with my iPhone 12 Pro running iOS 18. While using an app called Fing on my Android device, I scanned my network and discovered that port 62078 was open on my iPhone, labeled as

"iphone-sync."

This revelation has left me worried about potential security vulnerabilities and the possibility of someone spying on my device.

I performed a factory reset on my iPhone to see if the port would close, but after reinstalling a single app and setting up Face ID, the port reappeared. I am puzzled as to why this port is open and whether it poses a threat to my privacy.

Here are the steps I’ve taken so far:

Factory Reset: I reset my iPhone to its original settings, but the port reopened after reinstalling an app.
Background App Refresh: I disabled this feature to limit unnecessary app activity.
Permissions Review: I checked app permissions to restrict access where possible.

I am reaching out to the community for insights and assistance. Has anyone else experienced a similar issue with port 62078? Could this be a normal behavior related to iPhone syncing, or should I be concerned about security?

Any advice or suggestions on how to close this port and ensure my device is secure would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you for your help!

Best,

Ahmed CS

iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 18

Posted on Oct 25, 2024 2:20 PM

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Mac Jim ID

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Oct 25, 2024 2:41 PM in response to Ahm_Imraan

It is supposed to be an open port and it is open on the iPad as well. There is nothing to be concerned about and does not mean your device is susceptible to any hacking. You will not be able to close the port. It has already been reported to be used by the lockdown daemon responsible for keeping your device secure and also for iTunes syncing.

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Ahm_Imraan Author

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Oct 26, 2024 12:42 PM in response to Mac Jim ID

Thank you for the clarification about port 62078 and its association with the lockdown daemon. I appreciate your insights!

While I understand it's intended for security and syncing purposes, I still have some concerns about open ports and their potential vulnerabilities. Could you provide more details on how the lockdown daemon specifically protects against threats? Are there any official Apple resources that address this?

I'm keen to learn more about the security measures in place, especially given the current cybersecurity landscape.

Thanks again for your help!

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Mac Jim ID

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Oct 26, 2024 7:00 PM in response to Ahm_Imraan

Here is a good place to start:

Obviously, you will not find technical details that would jeopardize the security of this device.

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