Critical update warning to IOS users targeted by fraudsters

The Cyber ​​Security Directorate has issued a comprehensive cyber security warning regarding the increase in account theft and fraud cases in WhatsApp and similar popular messaging applications in recent days.

In the statement, it was stated that the fraudsters took over the accounts of the users without their knowledge, and then, using the identity of the account owner, demanded money from their close circle in the directory via IBAN numbers.

Recently, there has been an increase in complaints that our citizens' accounts on WhatsApp and similar messaging applications have been taken over without their knowledge and used in fraudulent activities. In these attempts, it is seen that money transfers are requested from their close circle via IBAN information, using the identities of the account holders.

In the technical investigations carried out by our Cyber ​​Security Directorate, it has been determined that malicious software targeting security vulnerabilities in iPhone devices with outdated iOS operating system can be used in such attacks. The malware in question; It can infect devices through malicious advertisements on the internet, suspicious links and compromised websites. In some advanced attacks, simply viewing malicious content can compromise device security.

Attackers who gain unauthorized access to devices through these methods can access personal information and messaging accounts and perform transactions without users' knowledge, and can request money transfers from people on their contact lists for urgent needs, using the identity of the account holders.

Operating system and application updates: All our citizens, especially iPhone users, should keep their device's operating systems and messaging applications up-to-date, and install the latest security updates available from the Settings > General > Software Update section on their iPhone devices.

Avoiding suspicious links and advertisements: Do not click on links of unknown origin or reliability, including social media ads, do not download applications or files from unreliable websites, do not take any action if suspicious links are opened,

Verification of financial requests: Verifying IBAN information and money transfer requests, including messages from known people, through a different communication channel, preferably by calling the relevant person by phone, is important in reducing cyber security risks.

Source: TRT Haber Açık RSS (Gündem) (Open Press / Translated Full Text)