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“Apple Security Breach iOS Crash” Scams - Do Not Call 1-844-837-6178
“Apple Security Breach iOS Crash” Scams - Do Not Call 1-844-837-6178

Apple users who have received messages like the one below claiming that their Apple iOS security has been breached and crashed are asked to delete them. This is because the messages are fakes and the number (1-844-837-6178) the messages ask the recipients to call is a fake Apple Support number. Therefore, Apple users are asked not to call the number and should not follow the instructions in the messages.

The "Apple Security Breach IOS Security Crash" Scam

Warning!!! Apple Security Breach IOS Security Crash

Call Apple Support (Toll Free) +1-844-837-6178

hxxp://ios-security-breach.net

The website hxxp://ios-security-breach.net is a fake Apple website. It has been created by cyber criminals to trick visitors into sending them their personal information, financial information and Apple credentials. Once the cyber criminals have gotten their potential victims’ information they will use it to gain access to their accounts and use them fraudulently.

Apple users who have already been tricked by the scam are asked to change their passwords and contact Apple for help.

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