Scammers are tricking people with lost iPhones into giving away their Apple account
Criminals are using fake lost-phone recovery messages to trick people with stolen iPhones into giving up their Apple account sign-in details and one-time verification codes. These messages may arrive by email, text, WhatsApp, or even phone calls that sound real and are designed to convince victims to unlock the stolen device remotely.
Who is at risk
People who have recently lost an iPhone or had one stolen are most at risk, especially if they are actively trying to recover it.
What to watch for
Watch for unexpected messages or calls claiming your lost iPhone has been found or needs you to sign in, confirm your identity, or share a verification code.
What to do
Do not click links or share codes from recovery messages; instead, go directly to Apple's official Find My service or account website and change your Apple account password immediately if you already responded.