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yesterday I received weird email from ICloud

Dear community,


yesterday I received weird email from ICloud :


Apple User,

This message is to therefore inform you that your Apple account has been temporarily locked until you can confirm your Apple ID details. This protective measure to secure your Cloud account from unauthorized use. 

Please Verify identity under 24 hours or your account will be locked due to concert we have for the safety and integrity of the Apple Community. Reset account go to  If you have quiries and need help, visit


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Now my question is this a scammer joke or serious case?


Thank you to all and everyone.



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Posted on Sep 4, 2019 2:44 AM

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Posted on Sep 4, 2019 2:45 AM


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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Sep 4, 2019 2:45 AM in response to Stilius


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

Sep 4, 2019 5:48 AM in response to Stilius

Apple won't send you an email/text telling you your account is disabled/restricted  or will be disabled/restricted. 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 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.

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