A new report from Motherboard details the methods used by hackers, thieves, and repair shops to access iCloud-locked iPhones.iCloud-locked devices have Find My iPhone's Activation Lock feature enabled. This means that an iCloud passcode is required before anyone can turn off Find My iPhone, erase the device, or reactivate and use the device. Often this feature renders stolen iPhone devices useless; however, it can also be a major problem for users who have forgotten their password or for companies who have received Apple devices on trade-in.
The feature has led some muggers to demand victims remove their iCloud account from iPhones before stealing their device. It has also created a complex supply chain of different scams and schemes to unlock devices involving fake receipts, social engineering, custom phishing kits, and more.
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