I have received a message ostensibly from Apple Security Center telling me that my computer (I am using an IPad!) has bee blocked. I am told to not try to try to shut down the computer but call 1-866-651-****. Is this a legitimate Apple warning and number? Thanks.
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iPad Pro (4th generation)
Its a scam. Apple will never contact you to inform you of an account or device lockout.
See >>> Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support
Don’t respond to, or engage with, the message. Certainly do not, under any circumstances, attempt to contact anyone using the contact details that may have been provided.
Alerts of this nature are designed to scare the unwary into giving away sensitive information - or to fool you into doing something that you shouldn’t - usually to defraud you financially.
If you suspect that your AppleID has been compromised, follow the advice outlined here:
If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support
Its a scam. Apple will never contact you to inform you of an account or device lockout.
See >>> Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support
Don’t respond to, or engage with, the message. Certainly do not, under any circumstances, attempt to contact anyone using the contact details that may have been provided.
Alerts of this nature are designed to scare the unwary into giving away sensitive information - or to fool you into doing something that you shouldn’t - usually to defraud you financially.
If you suspect that your AppleID has been compromised, follow the advice outlined here:
If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support
Just Happened to me. I got the warning Looks official and the number was (877)593-**** got a guy the sounds were like someone working a call center lots of Voice chatter he said wait I will help you then my phone disconnected? I tried calling back 3 times this I said screw This" I rebutted my computer search and find it's a "SCAM" People beware so many Evil Criminal Predators that try and scam. Thank God even in my Old age I am impatient this time it saved me.
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Pattyo3 wrote:
Me too and I fell for it. Who do I get in touch with now?
If you suspect that your AppleID has been compromised, follow the advice outlined here:
If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support
If you have disclosed banking or Credit Card information, contact the related financial institution.
gisele188 wrote:
I just got a message on my iPad that has been blocked for security reasons
they mentioned that a Threat Detected: Trojan Spyware. They also said to call Contact Apple Support (toll Free Number
1.833.923.****
i also called the number numerous times and can’t get through
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Its a scam. Apple will never contact you to inform you of an account or device lockout.
See >>> Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support
Don’t respond to, or engage with, the message. Certainly do not, under any circumstances, attempt to contact anyone using the contact details that may have been provided.
Alerts of this nature are designed to scare the unwary into giving away sensitive information - or to fool you into doing something that you shouldn’t - usually to defraud you financially.
If you suspect that your AppleID has been compromised, follow the advice outlined here:
If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support
gisele188 wrote:
I just got a message on my iPad that has been blocked for security reasons
they mentioned that a Threat Detected: Trojan Spyware. They also said to call Contact Apple Support (toll Free Number
i also called the number numerous times and can’t get through
Stop calling. It's a scam. There is nothing wrong with your phone.
That is not a real Apple number.
Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support
I just got a message on my iPad that has been blocked for security reasons
they mentioned that a Threat Detected: Trojan Spyware. They also said to call Contact Apple Support (toll Free Number
i also called the number numerous times and can’t get through
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Me too and I fell for it. Who do I get in touch with now?
Apple Security Warning (supposedly)
