Cybercriminals are stealing Face ID scans to break into mobile banking accounts

February 15, 2024 at 09:02AM Cybercriminals have targeted iOS users by distributing trojanized smartphone apps, named GoldPickaxe and GoldPickaxe.iOS, in Vietnam and Thailand. These apps collect biometric data and intercept SMS messages to access bank accounts. They use deepfake technology and social engineering to steal identities and break into victims’ banks. This reveals the maturity … Read more