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Is there a phishing scam with a robo call

I just got a robo call from 877 565-6**5. It claim my Apple identity has been hacked and I should call them back to talk to an Apple person. Is this a phishing scheme?



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iPhone 11, iOS 13

Posted on Jul 26, 2020 11:41 AM

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Posted on Jul 26, 2020 11:42 AM

It is indeed a phishing scheme.


Apple does not make such calls.

All such calls are scams from criminals attempting to steal your personal and financial information. The callers will often use number spoofing to pretend they are calling from a legitimate business. The correct course of action is to hang up on them, repeatedly if needed. 


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

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Jul 26, 2020 11:42 AM in response to Loco4Loki

It is indeed a phishing scheme.


Apple does not make such calls.

All such calls are scams from criminals attempting to steal your personal and financial information. The callers will often use number spoofing to pretend they are calling from a legitimate business. The correct course of action is to hang up on them, repeatedly if needed. 


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

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