Failing to attack the platforms and products of the tech giants, hackers have found a less elaborate way to deceive them.
The story is so odd because the theft seems simple while the computers-and-iPhones and social-media companies have invested billions of dollars in security to counter cyberattacks
One of Apple's marketing arguments for many years has been the ultrasecurity of its iOS operating system.
Regular updates enable the company to quickly close any system vulnerability.
But the story is deadly serious because it's about stealing data from Apple and Facebook users.
Hackers posing as law enforcement have requested information about users of both companies, according to Bloomberg. Apple and Meta provided the requested data.