Lost iPhone? Don’t fall for phishing texts saying it was found

Lost iPhone? Don’t fall for phishing texts saying it was found

The Swiss NCSC warns iPhone users about a sophisticated phishing scam involving fake lost device messages designed to steal Apple ID credentials. Attackers exploit the Find My app and SMS messages to lure victims into providing login details, risking losing personal data and bypassing security features like Activation Lock. #AppleID #PhishingScam

Keypoints

  • The NCSC alerts iPhone owners about targeted phishing messages mimicking Apple communications.
  • The scam uses details from lock screen messages to craft convincing phishing texts.
  • Victims are led to fake websites that steal Apple ID credentials when logging in.
  • The attackers aim to disable Activation Lock by stealing user credentials.
  • Official guidance advises ignoring suspicious messages and securing lost devices promptly.

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