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Apple's 2026 Security Research Device Program Launches for iPhone Security Research

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Apple has launched the application period for the 2026 Security Research Device Program (SRDP). This program provides specially configured iPhones to security researchers to facilitate iOS security analysis. The application period runs until October 31, 2025. Researchers with a proven track record in finding security issues on Apple platforms or other modern operating systems can apply. Successful applicants receive iPhones with shell access, early previews of software, and special tools. The iPhones are loaned for 12 months, renewable, and are not intended for personal use. The program aims to identify vulnerabilities that qualify for rewards under Apple's bug bounty program. Apple has previously rewarded over 100 reports from SRDP researchers, with multiple $500,000 payouts and a median reward of nearly $18,000. The specific iPhone model for the 2026 program has not been confirmed, but likely candidates are the iPhone 16 or the upcoming iPhone 17.

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  1. 04.09.2025 18:09 📰 1 articles · ⏱ 12d ago

    Apple's 2026 Security Research Device Program Launches for iPhone Security Research

    Apple has opened the application period for the 2026 Security Research Device Program (SRDP). This program provides specially configured iPhones to security researchers to facilitate iOS security analysis. The application period runs until October 31, 2025. Researchers with a proven track record in finding security issues on Apple platforms or other modern operating systems can apply. Successful applicants receive iPhones with shell access, early previews of software, and special tools. The iPhones are loaned for 12 months, renewable, and are not intended for personal use. The program aims to identify vulnerabilities that qualify for rewards under Apple's bug bounty program. Apple has previously rewarded over 100 reports from SRDP researchers, with multiple $500,000 payouts and a median reward of nearly $18,000. The specific iPhone model for the 2026 program has not been confirmed, but likely candidates are the iPhone 16 or the upcoming iPhone 17.

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