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Ransomware RAT via text?

I have been hit with a Ransomware RAT threat. Checked my mail and such but just received a threat via text with a picture of the creep. Any suggestions would be great.

iPhone 13, iOS 16

Posted on Sep 5, 2023 1:23 PM

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muguy

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Posted on Sep 5, 2023 1:42 PM

Delete it and block the sender

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muguy

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Sep 5, 2023 1:42 PM in response to francisfromfurlong

Delete it and block the sender

Sep 5, 2023 1:53 PM in response to muguy

Thanks, I will.

Ransomware RAT via text?