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New iPhone Warning—Do This To Avoid Being Hit By Sneaky SMS Attack
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A security firm has issued a warning about a new SMS phishing campaign targeting Apple IDs on iPhones in the United States. Attackers are sending SMS messages to iPhone users with a link to a fake iCloud login page, where users are encouraged to enter their credentials. Apple ID credentials are highly valued by attackers as they provide access to personal and financial information. The attackers use fear-factor wording in the SMS messages to increase the chances of users falling for the scam. Users are advised to be cautious of any communication claiming to be from Apple, enable multi-factor authentication, and only visit iCloud login pages from trusted sources.
#Iphone #SmsPhishing #AppleId #Cybersecurity
https://www.forbes.com/sites/kateoflahertyuk/2024/07/05/new-iphone-warning-do-this-to-avoid-being-hit-by-sneaky-sms-attack/
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A security firm has issued a warning about a new SMS phishing campaign targeting Apple IDs on iPhones in the United States. Attackers are sending SMS messages to iPhone users with a link to a fake iCloud login page, where users are encouraged to enter their credentials. Apple ID credentials are highly valued by attackers as they provide access to personal and financial information. The attackers use fear-factor wording in the SMS messages to increase the chances of users falling for the scam. Users are advised to be cautious of any communication claiming to be from Apple, enable multi-factor authentication, and only visit iCloud login pages from trusted sources.
#Iphone #SmsPhishing #AppleId #Cybersecurity
https://www.forbes.com/sites/kateoflahertyuk/2024/07/05/new-iphone-warning-do-this-to-avoid-being-hit-by-sneaky-sms-attack/