topic Re: hacking in Apple

hacking

Anonymous — Mon, 30 Nov 2015 16:01:17 GMT

Can someone send text messages from my phone remotely to look like they have come from me ? I have just noticed some replies to text messages but I know for definately I didnt send them.

Re: hacking

PhoneChanger — Mon, 30 Nov 2015 16:04:54 GMT

What phone / device are you using? Could these be iMessages from an iPad or iPod connected to your Apple account?

Re: hacking

MI5 — Mon, 30 Nov 2015 16:07:00 GMT

Yes, it's possible via apps but you would of had to approve them first.

Re: hacking

Cleoriff — Mon, 30 Nov 2015 16:45:47 GMT

@MI5 wrote:
Yes, it's possible via apps but you would of had to approve them first.

Really @MI5 ...that's a bit worrying. What apps? (or too many to mention?)

Re: hacking

MI5 — Mon, 30 Nov 2015 16:48:57 GMT

Mighty text is one that springs to mind and of course Whatsapp. iMessage if logged in on other devices etc but they all will send a verification text to the original number first.
If using an iPhone / iPad / Mac makes sure you pin / passcode protect the device to prevent unauthorised use.

Re: hacking

Cleoriff — Mon, 30 Nov 2015 16:51:48 GMT

That's ok then...I don't use any of those...:smileywink:

Re: hacking

jonsie — Mon, 30 Nov 2015 16:52:44 GMT

I'm guessing imessages. Any of the apps mentioned need a code to be sent to your mobile number so don't be alarmed at all about them.