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Security alert scam?

Hi, I downloaded MovieBox then received this alert after clicking to remove an ad asking me to download something.

shortky afterward my fingerprint wouldn’t work.

Is this a scam? I didn’t install it.

ive changed my password and reset fingerprint. Is there lanything else I can do?

Thanks all

iPhone 6 Plus, iOS 11

Posted on Apr 30, 2020 6:33 PM

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Posted on Apr 30, 2020 6:35 PM

Yes, it is a scam. All such popup messages are scams. Close the offending page, and avoid sites that are involved in such bogus advertising tactics.


Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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Security alert scam?

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