Phishing Attacks Target Apple iMessage Users
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📱✨ Cybercriminals exploit iMessage to bypass phishing protection. A new wave of smishing attacks is targeting Apple iMessage users by tricking them into re-enabling links that are automatically disabled for messages from unknown senders. Cybercriminals are sending texts that prompt users to reply with “Y” to activate the links, effectively disabling iMessage’s built-in phishing safeguards. This tactic has surged in popularity, particularly since summer, as attackers leverage users’ familiarity with confirming messages. Victims who respond not only risk exposure to phishing attempts but also signal to attackers that they are susceptible targets. Users are advised to avoid replying to suspicious texts and to verify any messages directly with the purported sender.
