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I received a message stating the following: WARNING! MAC OS is infected with spyware

I received a message stating the following:

WARNING!

MAC OS is infected with spyware and other malicious applications. Spyware must be removed and system damage repaired. \n\nIt is necessary to call Apple Support +1-877-752-****and follow virus removal procedure immediately, please proceed.

**If you leave this site your Mac OS will be damaged and vulnerable **


So I called the number and I didn’t give out any information they just said it will cost additional fees.

what should I do?


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iPad Pro 11-inch Wi-Fi

Posted on Nov 4, 2019 2:00 PM

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User profile for user: stedman1
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Posted on Nov 4, 2019 2:02 PM

All such messages are scams. Never call a number presented in those pop ups.

Close the offending page, and avoid sites that are involved in such bogus advertising tactics.

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