Emails with supposed receipts
When I get an email with a receipt for a supposed purchase and I know I
did not make the purchase, other than changing my AppleID password, what
precautions can I take?
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When I get an email with a receipt for a supposed purchase and I know I
did not make the purchase, other than changing my AppleID password, what
precautions can I take?
The scam emails showing false purchases aren't a security risk unless you click and fill in a link that is in the email.
You can also add 2 Factor Authentication to your account for more security. If the attempts continue, you might want to consider a name change.
Note the restrictions in the article.
What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support I suggest doing this before you change your Apple ID or password.
Apple ID -Two-factor authentication
Two Factor Authentification availability
Apple ID - Using app-specific passwords
Apple ID - Two Step Verification App Specific Passwords
Apple ID - Two Step Verifications FAQ
The scam emails showing false purchases aren't a security risk unless you click and fill in a link that is in the email.
You can also add 2 Factor Authentication to your account for more security. If the attempts continue, you might want to consider a name change.
Note the restrictions in the article.
What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support I suggest doing this before you change your Apple ID or password.
Apple ID -Two-factor authentication
Two Factor Authentification availability
Apple ID - Using app-specific passwords
Apple ID - Two Step Verification App Specific Passwords
Apple ID - Two Step Verifications FAQ
It is most likely 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.
The link below has information to help identify fraudulent emails.
Thanks, thought as much and already use two factor identification.
Thanks, very helpful.
You are welcome.
Emails with supposed receipts