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Is there something I need to remove from my data or change my security setting after calling the scam phone number?

MacBook Air (2018 – 2020)

Posted on Jun 12, 2023 1:13 PM

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Posted on Jun 12, 2023 3:05 PM

No. Read Phony "tech support" / "ransomware" popups and web pages - Apple Community.


These are very common scams. You nearly fell for it, but you did the right thing by hanging up on the criminals. There is no justification for any additional action on your part, other than to tell your friends. Lots of people get victimized every day. Don't let them add to that statistic.

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Jun 12, 2023 3:05 PM in response to juleefromvero beach

No. Read Phony "tech support" / "ransomware" popups and web pages - Apple Community.


These are very common scams. You nearly fell for it, but you did the right thing by hanging up on the criminals. There is no justification for any additional action on your part, other than to tell your friends. Lots of people get victimized every day. Don't let them add to that statistic.

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