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Apple Security Alert Scam and Customer Support Text

Apple Security Alert Scam and Customer Support Text

The "Apple Security Alert" text message(see below) is a phishing scam and did not come from Apple. The specific details provided in the message—such as the $143.95 amount and the Apple Store (CA) location—are part of a well-documented scam script used to create panic and trick you into calling a fake support number. The fraudulent support number in the text is not an official Apple Support number. Official Apple Support in the U.S. is 1-800-275-2273. Beware of phone scams.

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The Apple Security Alert Scam Text

Security Advisory — Unauthorized Apple ID Activity Possible

Dear Customer,

We are notifying you that activity involving your Apple ID has triggered a security alert. Please verify the event detailed below to ensure your account’s integrity.

Activity Logged:

• Amount: $143.95

• Store: Apple Store (CA)

• Attempted Operation: Apple Pay setup initiation

If you did not authorize this operation, contact +18776812703 immediately.

Support Resources:

📞 Billing Contact: +18776812703

🌐 Customer Billing Support: https://support.apple.com/billing

Apple will never request sensitive account credentials or full payment data via email or phone. Suspicious messages should be forwarded to reportphishing@apple.com

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Sincerely,

Apple ID & Billing Protection Team

Apple Inc. © 2025

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