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While surfing the internet a message appeared on my iPhone, it looked official: Apple security: a hacker is monitoring you and I had 2 min to download an app. I didn't download anything, I closed the page and disconnected. Is this a message from you guys? Should I have downloaded the app?

iPhone 7, iOS 14

Posted on Feb 4, 2021 12:05 PM

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Feb 4, 2021 12:06 PM in response to Bnvv21

It’s a scam to try to steal your identity. See→Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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Feb 4, 2021 12:07 PM in response to Bnvv21

A scam.

An iPhone can’t be hacked.

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Feb 4, 2021 12:09 PM in response to Bnvv21

As stated, it wasn’t Apple security, despite whatever logo they used.

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Feb 4, 2021 12:08 PM in response to Bnvv21

With apple security writing was also present your logo...

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Feb 4, 2021 12:09 PM in response to Lawrence Finch

Thanks!!! that's what I thought too and didn't download anything.

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