Apple Approval Notice text message scam

[Apple Security Alert]


We have noticed that your Apple id was recently used at "APPLE STORE" 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? Please Call +1 850-85*-**** to talk to an Apple Representative. Failing may lead to auto debit and charge will not be reversed. Call +1 850-85*-**** immediately to cancel this charge.


Customer Support: +1 850-85*-****

Billing Support : Subscriptions and Billing - Apple Support


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iPhone 15, iOS 17

Posted on Aug 6, 2024 3:23 PM

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Posted on Oct 21, 2024 10:20 AM

What if, like a fool, I called the number provided. I disconnected before there was even an answer. How bad did I mess up?


I will be reporting the phishing text immediately of course.

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