The iPhone is the most expensive consumer mobile phone available and also holds personal data of tremendous value to criminals. According to an article in the Wall Street Journal article, hackers are watching users type in their passcodes, trying to figure out the code. This information can be used to reset a password on an Apple ID or gain access to all the information stored in iCloud. Apple is currently working on updates to block these methods. There are a variety of options that anyone can do to safeguard their iPhone from app thieves.
Start by setting a strong passcode. No matter if you use Touch ID, Face ID or the four-digit numeric code create a passcode that is impossible to guess. This is the first step to stopping a burglar from accessing your iPhone as well as your personal information.
Then, look through all the apps that have access to your location services, camera, and other features on your iPhone. If you observe any suspicious behavior (for instance apps asking for your camera or contacts list), remove those permissions immediately. Turn on two-factor authentication in the Settings application as well as any other applications that support it. This will stop a burglar from hacking into your iCloud account and downloading your personal information from the cloud.
A reputable security program can offer complete protection for your iPhone. Trend Micro’s free application Mobile Security, for example analyzes Internet behavior to detect malicious websites and adware, as well in protecting your iPhone from identity theft on social media platforms like Instagram. The app also safeguards your privacy and offers ad blocking capabilities for the most secure protection. F-Secure’s Safe is another excellent option for a safe iOS experience. It comes with a broad set of security features including a vault that can be used which can be used to store upto 40 private photos as well as a password breach alert that will notify you the password to your email has been leaked.