Apple Platform Security
On my iPad I have a window come up
that states "access to this pc has been blocked for security reasons**
It suggests I call Apply support at this # 1-***-***-****
Is this legit?
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Expanding upon IdrisSeabright’s observation…
See >>> Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support
If you are unsure of the source or provenance of a message or alert, do not respond to, or engage with, the message. Simply dismiss the popup, or close the webpage. If received via email or other messaging platform, delete the message - ensuring that the message is also deleted from Trash/Bin.
Certainly do not, under any circumstances, attempt to contact anyone using the contact details that may have been provided within the message itself. If you need to verify that a message is from Apple, make independent contact with Apple Support:
Most scam alerts are designed to scare the unwary into giving away sensitive information - or to fool you into doing something that you shouldn’t - usually to defraud you financially.
If you suspect that your AppleID has been compromised, follow the advice outlined here:
If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support
