iCloud in the news after a surge in phishing scams and fake Apple Pay alerts targeting Apple users—service linked to data storage since 2011, 850M+ users. Stay wary.
Scammers are using fake Apple Pay fraud alerts and high-pressure calls to trick victims into revealing personal information and draining bank accounts. Victims receive messages about suspicious activity, then are manipulated into calling scammers posing as authorities or support. Experts warn to verify directly through official channels.
Booking.com has reported a data breach allowing unauthorized access to customer booking details. The platform is also warning users about phishing scams involving fake emails claiming to threaten iCloud storage and payment fraud. These incidents highlight ongoing cybersecurity risks for travelers and platform users.