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strange email today

I got a message today from Apple Inc that said my ' Apple ID was used to sign in to a new web browser this morning in Finland. It says my 'Apple ID has been temporarily disabled for security reasons. When you see this alerts, you can go to iforgot.apple.com to unlock the account.'


This is a scam, right? Please advise.

iPhone 6, iOS 11

Posted on Mar 12, 2019 7:28 PM

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Posted on Mar 12, 2019 7:31 PM

It is a phishing attempt. Do not respond. Do not divulge any personal or financial information. You can use the address below to forward the suspect email message, as an attachment to Apple.


reportphishing@apple.com


The link below has information to help identify fraudulent emails.


https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204759

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Mar 12, 2019 7:31 PM in response to Howell_115

It is a phishing attempt. Do not respond. Do not divulge any personal or financial information. You can use the address below to forward the suspect email message, as an attachment to Apple.


reportphishing@apple.com


The link below has information to help identify fraudulent emails.


https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204759

Mar 12, 2019 7:44 PM in response to Howell_115

Apple won't send you an email/text telling you your account is disabled  or will be disabled. You will find out the next time you try to log in somewhere.




Apple will always address you by your name or the name they have on file for you, not Dear Customer, Dear Client or by using your e-mail address.  The e-mail will be from @apple.com or @iTunes.com. E-mail addresses can be spoofed. You can go to Mail/View/Message/Show all Headers to see more. Apple e-mails will never contain an attachment. Apple will never request personal information such as Social Security numbers.


The only exception to the above I have noticed is if you order something from the Apple Store (apple.com), your receipt will be addressed to Dear Apple Customer. That is a receipt for a purchase you initiated.

strange email today

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