Apple ID Lockout Chaos: Users Forced to Reset as Mystery Glitch Hits
April 28, 2024
Apple users with mac.com and me.com email addresses are experiencing widespread account lockouts.
The lockouts started on April 27, 2024, with affected users forced to reset their passwords.
The reason behind the account lockouts remains unclear, with no official statement from Apple.
Resetting Apple ID and app-specific passwords is the current solution to regain account access.
Prominent developers have reported being locked out, confirming the issue is affecting a range of users.
Despite Apple's system status webpage showing no problems, user reports suggest a potentially widespread issue.
Summary based on 9 sources
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Sources
Forbes • Apr 28, 2024
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PCMag • Apr 27, 2024
Many Apple IDs Were Unexpectedly Reset Last Night
Daring Fireball
Widespread Problem Has Locked Many Out of Their Apple IDs
Android Authority • Apr 27, 2024
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