Can iphone get a virus from a normal photo (not on file) in WhatsApp or other social media App
If the version is iOS 12.3.1 and there is no jailbreak
Thank you
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iPhone 6s
No, you cannot get a virus from a photo on WhatsApp. You may get a message claiming you have a virus, but this is just a phishing attempt to get you to provide them with your personal information. Also if someone asks you to sign into their Apple ID on your device, do not do that. Your phone would be locked to their Apple ID.
Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support
No, you cannot get a virus from a photo on WhatsApp. You may get a message claiming you have a virus, but this is just a phishing attempt to get you to provide them with your personal information. Also if someone asks you to sign into their Apple ID on your device, do not do that. Your phone would be locked to their Apple ID.
Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support
Even with the old iPhone 6s, it should be updated to iOS 15.8.1. There is no reason to be on iOS 12 and the updates do improve security. With that said, there has not been a security update related to an exploit from viewing a photo.
Update your iOS version for maximum protection.
I have a iPhone 6 (not my main device obviously lol) that won’t let me update to the latest software. A message pops up but I’m not sure exactly what it says, it’s not a storage issue 🤔
If I can manage to get it powered up I’ll come back n add to my post….i have a battery issue that requires the device to be plugged in and it takes between 2-4 days for it to power up once the battery dies.
The battery will only last approx 10 minutes max once I unplug it and the charge is at 100% lol
This is good because I thought if the phone was old (iphone 6s) and on old software like iOS 12.. then it could happen.. thanks
Can an iPhone get a virus from a normal photo in WhatsApp or other social media?
