Received a security alert on my Mac. Is this real?

Received a security alert on Mac stating a security alert call macOS Support. is this real

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Posted on Oct 13, 2022 02:18 PM

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stedman1

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Posted on Oct 13, 2022 02:20 PM

No, all such messages are scams presented by criminals. Close the offending page and avoid sites that are involved in such bogus advertising tactics.

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stedman1

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Oct 13, 2022 02:20 PM in response to hlfrombowie

No, all such messages are scams presented by criminals. Close the offending page and avoid sites that are involved in such bogus advertising tactics.

Phony "tech support" / "ransomware" popup… - Apple Community

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