Apple's iCloud File Sharing Left Ex-Employees with Access to Secret Documents

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Apple's integration of work and personal iCloud accounts inadvertently allows former employees to retain access to confidential documents after leaving the company.
Former employees reported that Apple files, including product launch plans, continued syncing to their personal devices, and some feared deleting them due to potential repercussions.
Apple encourages employees to merge personal and work iCloud accounts using a 2TB plan, leading to mixed files and incomplete revocation of access upon departure.
Apple's legal actions against ex-employees, such as in the OpenAI and Rivos cases, highlight security concerns, though Apple denies these are related to iCloud retention.
Apple's privacy-focused image is contradicted by its iCloud file sharing practices and insufficient account cleanup for former employees.

A user's Apple ID was permanently locked after attempting to redeem a $500 gift card from a major retailer, which was compromised.
The lockout affected all linked devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac, etc.), iCloud data, and Apple Developer ID, making hardware nearly unusable.
Apple Support refused to explain the ban or escalate, advising the user to create a new account—a risky and legally problematic suggestion.

A user's Apple ID was permanently locked after attempting to redeem a $500 gift card from a major retailer, which was compromised.
The lockout affected all linked devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac, etc.), iCloud data, and Apple Developer ID, making hardware nearly unusable.
Apple Support refused to explain the ban or escalate, advising the user to create a new account—a risky and legally problematic suggestion.

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