New update installed and getting strange texts Russian

Hello ~ It was a text? It is probably a phishing attempt and nothing to do with the update. Take a look here…

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

I am extremely cautious and nearly fell for a scam involving a bunch of criminal scammers pretending to be the United States Postal Service. Did you give out any of your personal information or your Apple ID? If so take a look here…

If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support

~Katana-San~

Panhead49 Said:

"New update installed and getting strange texts Russian: iPhone 12 Pro Max. I installed the new update last night. Today I noticed strange texts about 'your account is paid with the Russians, here’s your free gift' something to that affect. I took a screenshot but now can’t find it. Any ideas? Thank you"

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Reporting Scams:

This is a scam message. So, when you get a screenshot of it, report it to Apple. Use my user tip: Using the Photos App to Report Scams - User Tip

Restore or Reset your iPhone:

If you are so concerned, then restore from a backup or reset your iPhone to factory settings. Important: Back Up First: Be sure create a back up your iPhone prior to performing an update, that way you have something to restore your iPhone from, should anything go wrong afterwards. 

A. Restore from a Backup:

Did your ever back up your iPhone with these installed? If so, back up you could back up your iPhone, and then restore it from the backup.

or...

B. Resetting to Factory Settings:

Go here: What to do Before you Sell, Give Away, or Trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

Hello ~ I understand but don’t let this rattle you. I would encourage you to keep your iPhone updated and very strong passwords in place. If you have any others questions or concerns this is a great place to come to for help. You are welcome and be well:)

~Katana-San~

Panhead49 Said:

"New update installed and getting strange texts Russian: Thank you for the information. I wasn’t sure how to report it to Apple. Now I have that information and I will do so. I’m not paranoid to reset my phone, unless other strange things happen. Thank you very much for the information."

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You are welcome.

Resetting it would be wise, if you are concerned. But don't freak out over it. I have reset my iPhone getting such messages.

We would need more information on this. Where and when did the text pop up?

Hello once more~ You are very welcome and enjoy you day. Now that you know …come back and help us out!

~Katana-San~