Unfortunately, many online users use the same password for many accounts. And, if that is the case, how many of your other online services are they also trying to access/reset? The reality is that if someone other than you has requested a password reset, then you should assume they are up to no good. I'm not sure this question is actually on-topic here because you're effectively asking why Apple does something? That said, I offer this answer in the event it is kept open, and because I have worked in the IT Security field.Īt the outset, I'm assuming that the email you received was a genuine email from Apple and not a phishing attempt. So, why is Apple saying that I should change my password? And if the answer is "security reasons", what are some examples? Should the recipient then feel obligated to change his password each time, "for security reasons"? Given that anyone on the internet can request a password reset for any account, and given that to do so is futile without access to the account holder's email, what security reasons could Apple possibly talking about?Īn example of why I think this could be a silly suggestion, let us suppose somebody wanted to annoy somebody else: all he would need to do is send repeated password reset requests.
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If you did not request this change, for security reasons, update your password.
Therefore, unless my email is compromised (which I have no reason to believe), there is no reason to think my Apple ID is at risk, based on the information provided so far.
The email from step 2 is required to actually perform the password reset Someone requests a password reset (any person can do this for any account)Īn email containing next steps is sent to the account holder's email Here is my general understanding of password reset procedures: The part highlighted in bold seems to be saying that I should reset my password. Following this, sign into your Apple ID account page at to review and update your security settings. If you did not make this change or you believe an unauthorised person has accessed your account, go to to reset your password without delay. You recently made a request to reset your password or unlock your Apple ID. I received an email telling me that someone requested a password reset for my Apple ID.
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