[Swordmaker]

In other words - the EXACT same methods that prey on idiots that are totally effective on ANY and ALL services - regardless of platform, computer, or software company.

Actually, with the two-factor system, the attacker would also have to have in his possession one of the target's designated secure devices capable of receiving a text message to receive the unlocking PIN number. That's a totally higher level of difficulty to overcome than just acquiring the password and security question answers. Not impossible, but extremely difficult.

[Leonard210]

“Actually, with the two-factor system, the attacker would also have to have in his possession one of the target’s designated secure devices capable of receiving a text message to receive the unlocking PIN number. That’s a totally higher level of difficulty to overcome than just acquiring the password and security question answers. Not impossible, but extremely difficult.”

A system which Apple felt was optional because they’re the final word in security. Sure, tell me another one.