It’s not hard to do when literally 90% of people, young and old, are buried in their phone each and every day you go to work on public transportation, many of them with this stupid smile on their faces they exchange silly things with their loved ones. I find it so fascinating and pretty funny to witness, so it’s easy to make a joke about.
And then I realize that I’m on my phone as well. 🤣 At least not while I’m walking, I just can’t do it. I have keep an eye out and dodge those that do, haha.
If you think I’m exaggerating, come walk around here for a bit!
I just find it funny that younger people feel instantly targeted when it’s about their phones. I mean, I use my phone all the time as well, but I’m still honest enough to admit how ridiculous this whole phone situation is.
Ticketmaster database with credit card information got hacked years ago. I got an email confirming it and got a credit card transaction for about 1000 euros. Got a bit to explain and convince the credit card company, but they reversed it and blocked the card.
As for your case, just use very strong and unique passwords in a password manager like KeePass and you’ll be fine. It won’t hurt to rotate your password now, though.
It’s more likely the result of automated login attempts because your email is on a leaked list and they forced a password reset on you to protect your account.
Sure, don’t open ports you don’t need. I said in a different here that I reject all expect IP ranges I’m in for home, mobile and work. That works for me. That blocks the vast majority of the world.
I agree with the other guy that I’m not a target for these vulnerabilities. They are rare and hard to exploit, and valuable. But the basic advice you give is good, obviously.
Don’t expose what you don’t need to expose. Still I have Immich and all of my photos on there. Good luck scamming me with threats of sending them to my family and work. 😀