My iPhone 8 has been compromised

Adnankhansafi28,

If you suspect that your iPhone 8 has been compromised and someone is tracking your location and voice calls, it's crucial to take immediate steps to secure your device and protect your privacy. Here are the actions you should consider:

1. Update iOS: Ensure your iPhone is running the latest version of iOS. Software updates often include security patches that can fix vulnerabilities.

2. Change Apple ID Password:

- Change the password for your Apple ID. Choose a strong, unique password.

- Go to [Apple ID account page](https://appleid.apple.com/) or through Settings > [your name] > Password & Security on your iPhone.

3. Two-Factor Authentication:

- Enable Two-Factor Authentication for your Apple ID for added security.

- This can be done in Settings > [your name] > Password & Security.

4. Check Installed Apps:

- Review all the apps installed on your iPhone. Uninstall any apps that you do not recognize or that seem suspicious.

5. Review Device Access:

- Go to Settings > Privacy and review the apps that have access to your location, microphone, camera, and other personal data. Revoke access for any apps that don't need it.

6. Factory Reset:

- If you're still concerned, consider doing a factory reset. This will erase all data from your iPhone and restore it to its original settings.

- Before doing this, make sure to back up important data.

- To factory reset, go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings.

7. Avoid Jailbreaking: If your phone is jailbroken, it's more vulnerable to security threats. Avoid jailbreaking to maintain the security measures provided by Apple.

8. Secure Wi-Fi Networks:

- Only connect to secure Wi-Fi networks. Avoid public or unsecured Wi-Fi when discussing sensitive information.

9. Beware of Phishing Attempts:

- Be cautious about clicking on links in emails or messages, especially if they ask for personal information or lead to unfamiliar websites.

10. Consult with Professionals:

- If you believe your privacy is severely compromised, consider consulting with cybersecurity professionals.

11. Legal Action:

- If you have reasons to believe you are being illegally monitored or stalked, you should contact law enforcement.

Remember, maintaining your digital security is an ongoing process. Regularly updating your passwords, monitoring your app permissions, and staying informed about the latest security practices can help protect your information.

If you feel an unauthorized person/app is remotely using, controlling or monitoring your device, then that is possible only if you have done one or more of the following Don'ts...

1. Don't hand over an iPhone to kids or to a stranger without Enabling Guided Access
2. Don't share Apple IDs
3. Don't Jailbreak
4. Don't share sensitive information pertaining to your device
5. Don't give in to Phishing
6. Don't plug in your device in Airports and Public places through third-party cables and trust the device. Beware of Juice Jacking. (Especially in India)
7. Don't leave your iPhone unlocked and unattended in public places like offices, schools, malls, etc.

If one of the above is true then quickly change the Apple ID Password and Return iPhone settings to their defaults.

Keep the iPhone updated to the latest iOS always and never Jailbreak. That's it.

iOS / iPadOS devices cannot be hacked or infected with Virus / Malware / Spyware *** unless you have intentionally downloaded spurious software or unauthorized apps directly from the internet and installed them on your device or/and have Jailbroken. 

It (Hacking) also depends on how careful you are in sharing sensitive and valuable information pertaining to your iPhone such as Passcode, Password, etc with your friends and family members.

Be judicious when sharing the device's sensitive and valuable information with friends and family members.

**The primary reason for this is Sandboxing. All third-party apps are “sandboxed”, so they are restricted from accessing files stored by other apps or from making changes to the device. Sandboxing is designed to prevent apps from gathering or modifying information stored by other apps.

Security of runtime process in iOS and iPadOS - Apple Support

The sandbox on an iPhone is a security feature that creates a restricted environment for each app to run in isolation from other apps and the operating system. It is a core component of iOS's security architecture and plays a crucial role in making iPhones more secure.

If you doubt the authenticity of the information provided earlier, you have two alternatives:

1. Report the hacking incident to local law enforcement authorities and actively pursue the case.
2. Accept the credibility of the information; it is impervious to hacking. Just as some individuals hold unconventional beliefs, such as a flat Earth or moon landing denial, one has the freedom to believe in anything. The choice ultimately rests with you in this open and free world.