How iPhone thieves use passcodes to take over accounts

The Wall Street Journal · News · YouTube title: Apple’s iPhone Passcode Problem: Thieves Can Ruin Your Entire Digital Life in Minutes | WSJ

Why it's here

HN cites it as evidence that knowing an iPhone passcode is enough to take over an Apple account.

What it covers

A WSJ investigation by Joanna Stern into iPhone thieves who watch victims enter their passcode, then use it to lock them out of Apple accounts and drain bank and payment apps. It explains how the thefts work and how to protect yourself.