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My husband's computer gave a security warning and said to call ****. What should he do? Is this a scam

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Posted on Sep 26, 2022 7:23 AM

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Posted on Sep 26, 2022 7:26 AM

FlowerIDbadapp wrote:

What should he do? Is this a scam

Yes this is a "scam." He should refer to Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams.

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Sep 26, 2022 7:26 AM in response to FlowerIDbadapp

FlowerIDbadapp wrote:

What should he do? Is this a scam

Yes this is a "scam." He should refer to Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams.

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Sep 26, 2022 7:27 AM in response to FlowerIDbadapp

Rather than calling that number, contact Apple directly. You can find phone numbers here:

Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support

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