I received an email stating my apple id is locked due to suspicious activity and another advising Unauthorized login attempt on your account from Tokelau - IP 226.237.145.159.
It advises to cluck on the login button within he email and provide apple id details within 1 week otherwise my account will be locked permanently.
Please advise if this is a scam and if I need to action anything.
Regards Deb
iPhone XS
It is a scam. Apple would notify you when you attempt to login, not via email.
Also see: Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support
It is a scam. Apple would notify you when you attempt to login, not via email.
Also see: Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support
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 by email such as Social Security numbers, your Mother’s maiden name or full credit card 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.
Unauthorised log in
