Mac warning about identity theft and illegal activity

I just triggered a warning on my MAC saying my computer has been locked because of illegal activity involving identity theft. With instructions to call Apple Support immediately. Is this a scam?




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Original Title: Is this a scam?

iPhone 15 Pro, iOS 18

Posted on Aug 1, 2025 07:07 AM

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Posted on Aug 1, 2025 07:09 AM

You didn't trigger anything. Either a site intentionally displayed a lie as a popup, or you received a lie via email or a text.


Regardless of how it appeared, it's a scam.

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Mac warning about identity theft and illegal activity

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