Hack targets porn users on iPhones and iPads

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Scammers are always coming up with new ways to hack into your accounts and steal your money. One common scheme on iPads and iPhones is by using a pop-up window to trick unsuspecting Safari users. The scam targets those who search for popular terms, including pornography and music.

Apple has just released a new update to its operating system, and it fixes the security hole. But you can still be susceptible to many other “ransomware” attacks. Read this Bamboozled column on NJ.com to learn about specific traps employed by internet scammers and how you can avoid them.