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Title: Recent iPhone thefts highlight the danger of using passcodes in public
Post by: HCK on March 02, 2023, 04:05:04 pm
Recent iPhone thefts highlight the danger of using passcodes in public

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<p>A new report from The Wall Street Journal (https://www.wsj.com/articles/apple-iphone-security-theft-passcode-data-privacya-basic-iphone-feature-helps-criminals-steal-your-digital-life-cbf14b1a) looks at a recent trend of iPhone thefts that have happened across the US. Instead of just looking to snatch devices, these thieves are watching for passcodes so they can immediately get into iPhones, change Apple ID passwords, access financial accounts, and more. Here’s a look at the risks of using an iPhone passcode in public, how much power the passcode wields, and some steps to keep yourself safer.</p>
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