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Account getting hacked

How to stop my iCloud from getting hacked

MacBook Pro (2020 and later)

Posted on Jul 17, 2021 11:17 PM

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Posted on Jul 17, 2021 11:44 PM

Marivo Said:

"Account getting hacked: How to stop my iCloud from getting hacked"

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Troubleshooting This:

Perform this using a computer, as it would be more user friendly doing so.


A. Start Here: If you Think your Apple ID has been Compromised - Apple Support


B. Modify your Credentials:

You are able to log into these forums just fine. So, log into iCloud, and modify your credentials, starting with the password, and using a new eMail address (for Apple).


C. Scan: your Mac for Malware: 

Use MalwareBytes for Mac --- This is software that searches for malware/adware. So, scan with it and then remove what is found. Once removed, uninstall MalwareBytes for Mac. Then restart the Mac.

Downloads:

  1. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware for Mac
  2. Malwarebytes Uninstaller
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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Jul 17, 2021 11:44 PM in response to Marivo

Marivo Said:

"Account getting hacked: How to stop my iCloud from getting hacked"

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Troubleshooting This:

Perform this using a computer, as it would be more user friendly doing so.


A. Start Here: If you Think your Apple ID has been Compromised - Apple Support


B. Modify your Credentials:

You are able to log into these forums just fine. So, log into iCloud, and modify your credentials, starting with the password, and using a new eMail address (for Apple).


C. Scan: your Mac for Malware: 

Use MalwareBytes for Mac --- This is software that searches for malware/adware. So, scan with it and then remove what is found. Once removed, uninstall MalwareBytes for Mac. Then restart the Mac.

Downloads:

  1. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware for Mac
  2. Malwarebytes Uninstaller

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