Apple to bring Contact Key Verification security feature to iMessage app

In late 2022, Apple announced to bring new advanced security features including Security Keys for Apple ID, Advanced Data Protection for iCloud and iMessage Contact Key Verification.

The company had so far released the first two features among the three and now, it plans to secure iMessage app with the upcoming iOS 16.6.

In the latest iOS 16.6 beta released to public testers, the update brings the much iMessage Contact Key Verification feature that will further improve the security of the messenger app.