How to increase device security?

• Change your Passwords using a long string of characters, numbers, and symbols.
• Never reuse Passwords
• Don't respond to links in emails/messages and provide any personal information. That goes for phone numbers as well.
• Make sure you have Two Factor Authentication on your Apple Account.

Two-factor authentication for Apple Account - Apple Support

• Follow the additional steps here to recognize and report phishing messages

Recognize and avoid social engineering schemes including phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

wajahat247 wrote:

I have recently received an email from apple stating some of my passwords may have been compromised due to a data break, what steps should I take to avoid any mishaps.

Change your passwords.