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Fixed? Giant Security Hole Apparently Patched, iForgot Site Back Up

Rob LeFebvre (8:50 pm PDT, Mar 22nd)

Yo, dawg, I heard you had some security issues…

Earlier today, we told you about the massive security issue that Apple let slip through while adding it’s new two step authentication process. As a result, Apple shut down it’s password recovery site, iForgot, earlier today.

And? It’s back up and ready to start helping you get your password. Looks like Apple fixed the problem.

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Make Sure Your Credentials Are Up To Date, New iCloud Password Security Rules Are Tight

Rob LeFebvre (7:29 pm PDT, Sep 24th 2012)

Make sure you have what you need to restore your password.

Having a tough time remembering your iCloud password? Do you rely on iForgot a bit too much? Well, according to a new post at MacRumors, you may be in for a world of hurt should you try and call Apple to get your iCloud credentials reset.

In the wake of the Mat Honan hack last month, Apple responded with both temporary and more permanent security rules to make sure users aren’t taken advantage of in a similar way again. However, according to some Apple customer support representatives who spoke to MacRumors, this is making it hard on legit users, too.

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Change Or Reset Your Apple ID Password On Your iOS Device [iOS Tip]

Killian Bell (12:00 pm PDT, Feb 7th 2012)

Forgetting a password to any service is frustrating, especially if you’re itching to download the latest Angry Birds update. But when it comes to your Apple ID, it’s actually very simple to change or reset your password on your iOS device.

Here’s how to do it.

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