The iPhone is among the most expensive mobile phones available and the personal information it contains is extremely valuable to criminals. According to an article in the Wall Street Journal article, hackers are watching as users type in their passcodes, trying to figure out the code. This information could be used to reset the password on Apple ID and gain access to all of the user’s information within iCloud. Apple is currently working on updating its software to stop these methods. There are a variety of actions that everyone can take to protect their iPhone from app thieves.
Create a strong password. Make it as difficult to guess as you can, regardless of whether you are using Face ID, Touch ID or a 4-digit numeric code. This is the first step to preventing a thief from accessing your iPhone as well as your personal information.
Then, you should review all the apps that have access to your location services, camera, and other features on your iPhone. If you notice any suspicious behavior (for example, an app asking for your camera or contact list) remove the permissions immediately. You can enable two-factor authentication within the Settings application and all apps which allow it. This will prevent thieves from gaining access to your iCloud account and downloading your personal information from the cloud.
A trusted security app can provide a wide range of complete security for your iPhone. Trend Micro’s free application Mobile Security, for example, analyzes Internet behaviour to detect harmful websites and adware as well in protecting your iPhone from identity theft through social media websites like Instagram. The app also protects your privacy and includes ads blocking features for the most reliable protection. F-Secure SAFE is an excellent choice for a secure iOS environment. The app comes with a complete security suite that includes a vault for up to 40 photos, as well as a password leak alert which will notify you when your email password is leaked.