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Phone call warning about iCloud account security breach

Is there a new scam where a person receives a phone call with a synthetic voice stating their iCloud account has been compromised & not to use/access financial information on it then suggesting you push 1 to speak to an apple support person? The number it is comIng from is 800-952-****.


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Posted on Jul 10, 2020 4:07 PM

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Posted on Jul 10, 2020 4:08 PM

Unfortunately, it is a very common scam attempt.


Apple does not make such calls.

All such calls are scams from criminals attempting to steal your personal and financial information. The callers will often use number spoofing to pretend they are calling from a legitimate business. The correct course of action is to hang up on them, repeatedly if needed. 


Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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Jul 10, 2020 4:08 PM in response to rhh1

Unfortunately, it is a very common scam attempt.


Apple does not make such calls.

All such calls are scams from criminals attempting to steal your personal and financial information. The callers will often use number spoofing to pretend they are calling from a legitimate business. The correct course of action is to hang up on them, repeatedly if needed. 


Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

Phone call warning about iCloud account security breach

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