Posted 2/16/2024, 6:23:00 PM
New iPhone Malware GoldPickaxe Steals Biometric Data to Hack Bank Accounts
- GoldPickaxe is the first iPhone trojan that can steal biometric data and bank account info to later compromise accounts
- It has targeted users in Vietnam and Thailand but could spread more broadly
- It was first distributed via TestFlight but now uses malicious mobile device management (MDM) profiles
- Don't install apps without verifying legitimacy and don't share personal info with unknown parties
- Keep iPhone updated and don't click questionable links; go directly to bank sites