Tag #Threat Landscape

What explains the disproportionately higher rate of phishing attacks against iPhones compared to Android devices in 2024?

In 2024, Lookout's report revealed that 26% of iOS devices faced phishing attacks, significantly higher than the 12% of Android devices targeted. This disparity is attributed to the Apple App Store's robust security, forcing attackers to rely on phishing to bypass app-level protections. The higher rate of phishing attacks against iOS users underscores a critical vulnerability despite the platform's reputation for security.