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Calls re iCloud breach? Legit?

Receiving many, almost constant, calls on non-Apple phone# device purportedly from Apple concerning an iCloud breach. Legit?



iPhone 8, 14

Posted on Sep 22, 2020 2:08 PM

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Posted on Sep 22, 2020 2:10 PM

Apple doesn't make unsolicited phone calls. If there was a problem you would be notified when attempting to log in, including when logging into this forum. Also see: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204759


Also, the caller id number shown on scam and marketing calls is frequently not the number actually originating the call. The number is often spoofed.


One option to consider is Settings > Phone > Silence Unknown Callers. See: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207099

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Sep 22, 2020 2:10 PM in response to Pearldiver!

Apple doesn't make unsolicited phone calls. If there was a problem you would be notified when attempting to log in, including when logging into this forum. Also see: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204759


Also, the caller id number shown on scam and marketing calls is frequently not the number actually originating the call. The number is often spoofed.


One option to consider is Settings > Phone > Silence Unknown Callers. See: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207099

Sep 22, 2020 2:10 PM in response to Pearldiver!

Not legitimate.


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 ignore the calls or hang up on them, repeatedly if needed. 


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

Calls re iCloud breach? Legit?

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