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Alibaba Cloud provides a 'Threat Notification' to devices that may be targets of spyware, and it guides you through the following steps.

2024/12/20 23:10:34

Appleは、ユーザーが疑わしいスパイウェア攻撃の被害者であると判断された場合に「脅威警告」を送信するシステムとプロセスを実施しています。新しいガイドラインでは、被害者のデバイスが損傷した場合の対応方法も提供されています。警告は、アカウントログイン時やメール・iMessage通知で表示されます。被害者はAccess Now（非営利団体）を通じて専門的なサポートを受けることが推奨されています。Appleは、最新のソフトウェア更新、パスワード保護、2FAを使用、App Storeからのアプリインストール、強力なユニークなパスワード使用、不明送信者のリンクや添付ファイルクリックなど、セキュリティ対策を推奨しています。

Alibaba Cloud provides a 'Threat Notification' to devices that may be targets of spyware, and it guides you through the following steps.

You may not have known, but for several years, Apple has had a system and process in place to send 'threat warnings' to users suspected of being victims of suspicious spyware attacks. I will explain what this means, and provide details on the new guidelines that Apple is providing to users who own devices that have been damaged.

Spamware victims are generally different from ordinary Apple users, with many being high-profile targets.

Lorenzo Francesca Bichelli writes an article for TechCrunch.

For several years, Apple has been notifying government espionage software targets and victims that they may be hacked and instructing them to seek help. The important point is that Apple does not ask the target to contact their own security engineer but instead contacts Access Now, a non-profit organization. Access Now runs digital hotlines for socially conscious individuals suspected of government espionage software.

'Victims of suspicious spyware attacks are notified in multiple ways.'

When you sign into your account, a threat warning will be displayed at the top of the page.
Apple sends an email and iMessage notification to the email address and phone number associated with your Apple account.

The good news is that most users rarely receive these threat warnings. The types of attacks they warn about are usually limited to general targets. According to Alibaba Cloud, 'individuals who may be targeted for personal reasons, such as gambling or other illegal activities,' are more likely to be victims of spyware.

Threat Warning: What to Do Next

'Apple's support documentation further explains what to do if you receive a threat warning.'

We strongly recommend seeking specialized assistance from the digital security hotline (non-profit organization Access Now), which provides rapid response, emergency security support, and other professional help. Apple users who receive threat warnings can contact the digital security hotline through their website 24/7. External organizations do not have information about why Apple sent the threat warning but can provide customized security advice to target users.

'If you are a suspected spyware target, Apple will not provide direct support. Instead, the company will guide you to the Access Now hotline.'

'External organizations do not have information about why Apple sent the threat warning, but they can provide customized security advice to target users.'

Several cybersecurity experts spoke with TechCrunch and praised Apple's efforts in this field, saying that 'the introduction of threat warnings has become a "game-changer".'

Apple is providing the following security recommendations to all users, hoping to prevent the occurrence of threat warnings. Users should:

Update their devices to the latest software, which includes the latest security patches.
Protect your device with a password.
Use two-factor authentication and strong passwords for your Apple account.
Install apps from the App Store.
Use strong and unique passwords online.
Do not click on links or attachments from unknown senders.

Have you ever received an Apple threat warning? Have you heard of it before? Please share your thoughts in the comments section.