The German consumer protection platform “Watchlist Internet” has issued a warning regarding the proliferation of phishing messages aimed at users of Apple iCloud.
According to the portal, Apple users are currently receiving email notifications such as: “Your iCloud storage is full. Obtain 50 gigabytes for free.”
The portal strongly advised against interacting with such messages, emphasizing that they originate from internet pirates rather than Apple itself.
Clicking on these deceptive messages can lead users to counterfeit websites, granting hackers access to crucial “Apple ID” information for the iCloud service, along with the potential theft of credit card data.
In the event of falling victim to such cyber threats, users were urged to promptly change their Apple ID password and notify their bank to halt any potential misuse of credit card information.
As a broader precaution, the German consumer protection portal recommended users activate two-factor authentication (2FA) to bolster the security of their Apple ID. This additional layer of security prevents unauthorized access to the user’s account by hackers.
iCloud, a cloud storage service introduced by Apple in October 2011, has since become available to a user base of 320 million as of July 2013.
The service, designed to store various file types on expansive servers situated in China, allows users to access their files remotely using their personal account and Apple ID. The nomenclature of the cloud service reflects its fundamental principle of storing files on external servers rather than exclusively on the user’s device.
Files stored on iCloud can be downloaded on devices operating on macOS, iOS, and Windows. Additionally, the service facilitates file sharing with other users, empowers users to manage their files in the event of device loss or theft, and supports the display of data on Apple TV through secure wireless connections.
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