IDF Task Force

Normally, when you enter your password into an iPhone, there are asterix that cover it from prying eyes. However, as was discovered in version 3.0 and 3.0.1, it is possible to reveal hidden password.

Here is how to test it:

1. Navigate to the password field in the email settings.
2. Delete the last masked character
3. Shake the phone for the undo function and select undo
4. Write down the unmasked character iPhone shows when the delete is undone
5. Delete the character again (password is 1 shorter then before)
6. Hit the home button
7. Go to step 1 and repeat until all characters are unmasked

Taking in consideration this issue, it is advisable to use Passcode Lock feature to prevent anyone from unmasking your password.

There is no known fix for this issue.