iPad frozen with a message saying security breach and to call an 800 number

What do I do when my iPad is frozen with a message in my screen that says security breach and to call 800-471-5250

iPad, iPadOS 15

Posted on Jan 17, 2022 8:43 AM

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Posted on Jan 17, 2022 8:47 AM

More than likely a popup phishing attempt. Apple does not send such a message. Force Restart the iPad using the instructions here, Force restart iPad - Apple Support Where you doing something online, such as surfing the web with Safari?

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