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I found this email Cash App scam in an apple discussion from two years ago where it was determined to be a scam, and I thought I would just bring it back to the surface since it’s happening again.
“$750.00 CASH APP AMOUNT: CONFIRM YOUR RESPONSE
Hi maus,
a $750.00 CASH APP amount transfer can be activated for you.
Use your link and move through the cues to find out how to have this $750.00 activated.“
iPhone SE (Gen 2)
Hi Starlisa,
Welcome to Apple Support Communities. We understand that you received an email that you feel isn't an actual email from the Cash app. We'd like to help.
From what you've shared, it sounds like this may be a phishing attempt. This could be a fraudulent attempt to get your personal information. This resource can help you identify and report these attempts:Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support
How to report suspicious emails, messages, and calls
* If you receive a suspicious email that looks like it's supposed to be from Apple, please forward it to reportphishing@apple.com.
* To report a suspicious SMS text message that looks like it's supposed to be from Apple, take a screenshot of the message and email the screenshot to reportphishing@apple.com.
* To report spam or other suspicious emails that you receive in your iCloud.com, me.com, or mac.com Inbox, send them to abuse@icloud.com.
* To report spam or other suspicious messages that you receive through Messages, tap Report Junk under the message. You can also block unwanted messages and calls.
* Report scam phone calls to the Federal Trade Commission (U.S. only) at reportfraud.ftc.gov or to your local law enforcement agency.
Check out more in the link above and let us know if you have any other questions.
Cheers!
Hi Starlisa,
Welcome to Apple Support Communities. We understand that you received an email that you feel isn't an actual email from the Cash app. We'd like to help.
From what you've shared, it sounds like this may be a phishing attempt. This could be a fraudulent attempt to get your personal information. This resource can help you identify and report these attempts:Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support
How to report suspicious emails, messages, and calls
* If you receive a suspicious email that looks like it's supposed to be from Apple, please forward it to reportphishing@apple.com.
* To report a suspicious SMS text message that looks like it's supposed to be from Apple, take a screenshot of the message and email the screenshot to reportphishing@apple.com.
* To report spam or other suspicious emails that you receive in your iCloud.com, me.com, or mac.com Inbox, send them to abuse@icloud.com.
* To report spam or other suspicious messages that you receive through Messages, tap Report Junk under the message. You can also block unwanted messages and calls.
* Report scam phone calls to the Federal Trade Commission (U.S. only) at reportfraud.ftc.gov or to your local law enforcement agency.
Check out more in the link above and let us know if you have any other questions.
Cheers!
Thank you for all the great information. Perhaps this will help others as well.
Hey Starlisa,
We’re glad to hear that helped. Don’t hesitate to reach back out to the community if you have any other questions or concerns.
Take care.
“$750.00 CASH APP SCAM RETURNS
