Is this a legit email?

I got this email twice last week asking me to click a link to verify my iCloud account. It’s from service@***.**

is this a legitimate email or hoax?

thank you

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iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Dec 24, 2024 04:39 AM

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stedman1

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264,010 points

Dec 24, 2024 04:41 AM in response to meb146

It is a very common scam attempt. Do not interact with the message or the sender.

Recognize and avoid social engineering schemes including phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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