I received a phishing attempt via text message

I received this as a text today… I’m thinking it may be spam…


Apple Approval Notice


We have noticed that your Apple iCloud id was recently used at "APPLE STORE - CA" for $143.95, paid by Apple Pay Pre Authorization. Also some suspicious sign in request and apple pay activation request detected. That looks like suspicious to us. In order to maintain the security and privacy of your account we have placed those request on hold.  If NOT you? talk to an Apple Representative. Failing may lead to auto debit and charge will not be reversed. Call +1 ******2907 immediately to cancel this charge.



Billing Department


Have a great day!


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iPhone 14, iOS 18

Posted on Jan 16, 2025 9:06 AM

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Posted on Jan 16, 2025 9:08 AM

That one has been making the rounds for about the past week. Exact same amount and scammer's phone number.


Do not respond in any way. That just tells the crook they have a live address. Delete the message and ignore.

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