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I received several Apple ID verification codes last night by text. Should I do anything?

I received several Apple ID verification codes last night by text. Should I do anything?


Posted on Dec 14, 2019 7:28 AM

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Posted on Dec 14, 2019 7:35 AM

No, it is phishing. In a message Apple will always address you by your real name, never by your email address or Dear Customer. Also the sent-from address should be @apple.com or @itunes.com Additionally Apple does not send attachments.

Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support


Forward it as an attachment to reportphishing@apple.com



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Dec 14, 2019 7:35 AM in response to Rob_1961

No, it is phishing. In a message Apple will always address you by your real name, never by your email address or Dear Customer. Also the sent-from address should be @apple.com or @itunes.com Additionally Apple does not send attachments.

Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support


Forward it as an attachment to reportphishing@apple.com



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