{
  "id": 14238157,
  "title": "Enable This Secret iOS 27 Feature to Help Protect Against Scams",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/enable-this-secret-ios-27-feature-to-help-protect-against-scams",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-13T15:54:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "CNET",
    "slug": "cnet",
    "url": "https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-27-impersonation-risk-detection/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple's iOS 27, unveiled in September, brings not just Siri AI to the forefront but also a lesser-known feature called Impersonation Risk Detection. This tool is designed to shield users from certain types of scams that slip past conventional defenses, including those that exploit social engineering tactics. Scams of this nature attempt to obtain personal information or money by masquerading as trusted parties like banks or government agencies.\n\nThe Impersonation Risk Detection tool evaluates various aspects of user interactions, timing, and context to classify a situation into one of three risk levels. This analysis takes place directly on the user's device, ensuring that no personal data is transmitted to Apple or the application in question. Upon evaluating the risk level, the application decides on any needed actions, such as displaying a warning, introducing a delay, or prompting the user to verify their identity.\n\nTo activate Impersonation Risk Detection, users must follow a series of steps within their device's settings. After enabling the Share with App Developers toggle, it may take up to 24 hours for the feature to become active. This delay is a safeguard against scammers who might advise users to disable the feature to facilitate their illicit activities.\n\nOnce enabled, users can monitor which applications have requested a risk assessment and the reasons for these requests. While this feature is not foolproof, it does provide an additional layer of security against deceptive practices. Users are advised to remain cautious, as scammers may attempt to disable the feature themselves to perpetrate their scams. Additionally, if users encounter excessive identity verification requests or wish to disable the feature for other reasons, they can easily turn off the Share with App Developers option in the settings. Individual app access can also be managed by tapping on the specific app within the settings and adjusting the toggle for that particular app.",
  "summary": "Impersonation Risk Detection uses on-device analysis and simple risk warnings to help protect you from scams.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}