Received suspicious Apple ID security advisory

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Received suspicious Apple ID security advisory

I received a text message Apple ID Security Advisory - Confirm Apple Pay Activity

Your Apple ID was involved in a transaction attempt that activated our security protections. To keep your account safe, please review the following information.

Activity Details:

-Amount involved $143.95

Location: California Apple Store

-Attempted Action: Apple Pay setup request

If you are not aware of this activity, contact Apple Support as soon as possible at +1 888-7**-****

Support Resources: Billing Helpline

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iPhone 16e, iOS 18

Posted on Nov 24, 2025 4:44 PM

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Answer 1

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Kurtosis12

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Nov 24, 2025 5:02 PM in response to dottie14

Scam, do not reply.

Apple's phone support number is 800-275-2273 so you know the number they posted is bogus.

It is a scam message designed to get you to purchase unnecessary software or phish for personal information such as your credit card number.

Read more about it here -

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

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Answer 2

Nov 24, 2025 5:02 PM in response to dottie14

First, there is no number at Apple like this. So, if you call the number, you won't be speaking to anyone at Apple.

This is a SCAM that is trying to trick you into calling the number so your account can be "protected".

Of course, to "protect" things the scammer on the phone will ask for your Apple ID, Password, Payment details, etc. to confirm that your account details are correct and will be "protected".

I think you know what will happen next.

Just delete the message and any others like this that you surely will see going forward. Scams are everywhere. Be careful. Assume nothing.

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