Apple's iPhone Passcode Problem: How Thieves Can Take Over in Minutes [View all]
iPhone thieves across the country are locking people out of their Apple accounts and draining their bank accountssometimes before victims even know what happened. How do they do it and how can you protect yourself? WSJs Joanna Stern investigates.
VIDEO AT THE LINK: https://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/technology/apples-iphone-passcode-problem-how-thieves-can-take-over-in-minutes/video/000a739072e391a87ebf0db5c37a0b00
The Original Wall Street Journal article this video is based on is behind a paywall.
Basically, the video suggests being very careful and protective when using your phone in crowded, public settings like restaurants, bars, concerts etc.
Thieves can work in groups -- one or two will try to ascertain your passcode as you use the phone, the others work to physically steal it.
Once they have the phone and the passcode they will change your Apple I.D. and turn off the "Find My Phone" app. If you have banking apps linked to your password apps they will drain your bank accounts. They will shut down your email, lock you out of your iCloud account, steal your contacts, etc.
Details at the link, plus suggestions to protect yourself.