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In a concerning turn of events for iPhone users worldwide, iOS security has been rattled by the emergence of the first-ever banking Trojan tailored specifically for Apple devices..
Dubbed GoldPickaxe, this malicious software, originally known as the Android Trojan GoldDigger, has evolved with advanced features designed to facilitate the unauthorized draining of bank accounts of users with iPhones..
According to a report by TechRadar, first identified in October, GoldPickaxe has now surfaced with capabilities to infiltrate iOS devices, specifically targeting iPhone users..
While infiltrating Android devices often involves malicious apps and phishing tactics, compromising iPhones proves more challenging due to Apple's closed ecosystem..
This includes refraining from installing apps through TestFlight unless necessary, being wary of installing Mobile Device Management profiles unless explicitly requested by employers for company-issued iPhones, and considering the use of malware scanning solutions when connected to a Mac via USB cable..
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