To help users identify and avoid telecom fraud, Apple updated its Apple support page in July: "Identify and Avoid Social Engineering Fraud, including Phishing Messages, False Support Calls, and Other Scams," detailing effective measures that can be taken when encountering telecom fraud using Apple devices, and sharing some of the main forms and methods of fraud.
Apple system strengthens anti fraud measures
In the latest iOS version, Apple has strengthened its built-in fraud call and SMS recognition mechanism. Through machine learning algorithms, the system can intelligently analyze incoming phone numbers, text message content, and even combine with users' historical feedback data to quickly identify and mark suspicious fraud information. When users receive suspected fraudulent phone calls or text messages, the system will directly display warning signs on the interface to remind users to handle them carefully, effectively reducing the risk of users being deceived.
In addition to directly intercepting fraudulent information, iOS has further strengthened the protection of user privacy. For example, the new system allows users to more finely control the access permissions of applications, such as location information, cameras, microphones, etc., to prevent sensitive data from being improperly collected by malicious applications. At the same time, communication tools such as iMessage have also incorporated advanced encryption technology to ensure the security of information transmission, making it difficult for fraudsters to carry out fraud by intercepting communication content.
Apple also regularly pushes the latest security alerts and anti fraud knowledge to users through its official channels, such as the Apple Support app, official website, and system built-in prompts. These contents not only cover the latest fraud techniques and identification skills, but also provide detailed operational steps to help users establish correct security awareness and learn self-protection.
Users can easily report junk information with just one click
In daily operations, you can identify and avoid social engineering fraud through the following methods. Firstly, upgrade your Apple device to the latest operating system, including available security updates, to obtain Apple's latest and highest level of protection against false FaceTime calls or other forms of security risks; Report suspicious incoming calls or iMessage messages to Apple through email and other means to help Apple further intercept them; Enable two factor authentication for your Apple ID and update your contact information in a timely manner.
Please note that Apple will not require you to provide your Apple ID password or two factor authentication code in any form; Do not disclose personal data or security information, such as passwords or verification codes, and do not enter such information on websites guided by others; Report suspicious calls or information to local law enforcement agencies in a timely manner or call the anti fraud hotline 96110 to provide feedback. In addition, when you receive unfamiliar or harassing information, you can directly click on "Report Junk Information" to report potential risk information to Apple.