iPad II security vulnerability – bypass lock code of iPad using smart cover.. With solution

Ok so we got the cool looking iPad smart cover and it has an feature that allows the iPad to get locked when the cover is on.

If you have set a numerical password for your iPad using settings > general > pass codes on

And

iPad cover lock is also set to on

Your iPad with latest IOS 5 is vulnerable with a lock code bypass vulnerability

Here is how to reproduce this vulnerability

1. Lock your iPad either using power button, keeping it idle, closing the smart cover etc.
2. Keep the power button pressed till slide to power off screen appears
3. At this screen close your smart cover
4. Open your smart cover and click cancel
 you are in … Without having to enter the code..

.. Wait for a formal patch from Apple..

Well guys… Just got an update from Saumil .. You can not do any changes to apps but you can still view unlocked screen…

Once you press home button you would be returned to the locked screen again..

Still discloses where you locked your iPad..