my phone just alerted me to virus

i tried to download new os but this morning phone said not updated now phone says infected with virus is this a scam?

iPhone 12, iOS 15

Posted on Aug 11, 2023 12:23 PM

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Posted on Aug 11, 2023 12:26 PM

You don't have any viruses on your phone, it is a scam message designed to get you to purchase unnecessary software.

Read more about it here -

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


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