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Two-factor identification flaw?

When I log into iCloud.com on my Mac (using Safari), after my password is automatically filled out by Safari and I get a prompt to enter the 6 digit code for 2-factor identification. The problem is that Apple will actually send the code to the Mac that I am trying to sign into from. How is this more secure? Shouldn't two-factor authentication be sending the code to a device other than the one from which I'm trying to login?

MacBook Pro Retina

Posted on Nov 28, 2019 5:35 AM

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Posted on Nov 28, 2019 7:31 AM

Two factor authentication is designed to protect your iCloud account from untrusted devices. It will send authentication requests to all trusted devices.

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Two-factor identification flaw?

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