Apple fixes 81 security flaws with iOS 5.1 update

Stuart Sumner
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Latest iOS update from Apple is designed to prevent screen-lock bypasses and cross-site scripting attacks

Apple's latest 5.1 update of its mobile operating system iOS contains fixes for 81 security flaws. The update, which was released last week, fixes a variety of vulnerabilities, including a fix t...

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