Multiple top opposition leaders and a few journalists have reported receiving a notification from Apple about “state-sponsored attackers” remotely trying to compromise their iPhones. The notification says that these individuals are being singled out because of who they are or what they do, and advises them on how to protect themselves, including activating the ‘Lockdown Mode’ feature on their iPhones.
Since late 2021, Apple has been issuing notifications in cases where it detects activities resembling state-sponsored attacks. Up to now, these notifications have been dispatched to people in 150 different countries.
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What does Apple want users to do when an attack is detected?
The notifications sent out to affected users are accompanied by some extra steps they can take to protect their devices and safeguard their privacy. Some of the general security tips that Apple recommends are:
– Keeping the devices updated with the latest software versions, which contain the most recent security patches
– Setting a passcode for the devices
– Enabling two-factor authentication and using a strong password for the Apple ID
– Downloading apps only from the App Store
– Using different passwords for each online account
– Avoiding clicking on links or attachments from unknown sources
Besides these, Apple also suggests activating Lockdown Mode, which is a feature designed specifically to protect users against rare and sophisticated cyber attacks like these.
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Apple’s Lockdown Mode:
Lockdown Mode is a special feature that Apple introduced in its latest software updates to specifically protect users from sophisticated spyware attacks that could compromise their devices and data.
When you activate Lockdown Mode, your device will enter a state of high security, where many of the usual functions will be restricted or disabled. For example, you won’t be able to send or receive attachments, links, or link previews in messages, to prevent attackers from accessing your personal information.
Lockdown Mode is a feature exclusive to devices operating iOS 16 or later, iPadOS 16 or later, watchOS 10 or later, and macOS Ventura or later. While Apple asserts that spyware attacks of this nature are infrequent and typically aimed at specific individuals, they have made it possible for users to activate Lockdown Mode if they ever sense a threat to their device or data. You can enable Lockdown Mode by navigating to Settings, accessing the Privacy & Security section, finding Lockdown Mode, and switching it on.
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