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Feb 12 3 tweets 1 min read Read on X
Killer scoop, disable biometrics on all devices

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Something @404mediaco hasn’t mentioned is in the Apple ecosystem, the newish Apple Passwords app is unlocked with biometrics if you have Face ID on, not only can Feds view all data on your phone with your face but all your passwords too

Biometrics is a trap, turn it off
@404mediaco You can’t force Apple Passwords to use a passcode or pin without disabling Face ID on your device entirely

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Feb 12
Fun fact about Paragon is they are partnered with ICE to track “Antifa” which means they can deploy spyware to anyone in the US for no reason

There was a fun little WhatsApp exploit last year where if they messaged you a PDF, even if you didn’t open it, your phone is owned

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One of the best things you can do to limit your mobile threat surface is enable Lockdown mode on your iPhone: support.apple.com/en-us/105120
Android also has something similar: eff.org/deeplinks/2025…
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