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Disable Apple’s “Find My Device” to Stop Hackers From Ransoming Your Mac or iPhone [Updated]

21st September 2017, By Nick Douglas

 

Hackers are using Apple’s “Find My” service to remotely hold devices for ransom, reports MacRumors. Multiple people have tweeted about stolen accounts in the past week. Two-factor authentication does not prevent the hack.

 

The “Find My” service is meant to help you recover your phone or computer if it’s lost or stolen. It also lets you remotely lock your device. This is supposed to deter theft, since it makes the stolen phone useless. It also lets you send a custom message to your lost device, like “$50 reward if found” or “Please return to 55 Pine St.”

 

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