132 viruses found in Safari after Facebook link click

Clicked on link in Facebook and Safari settings gear displayed 132 viruses found. I closed the page and all open applications..should I do anything else?



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iPhone 15 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Jan 30, 2025 1:56 PM

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Posted on Feb 5, 2025 7:07 PM

..should I do anything else?


Yes. Tell your friends, family, acquaintances, basically everyone you know about these common scams.


Phony "tech support" / "ransomware" popups and web pages - Apple Community

Recognize and avoid social engineering schemes including phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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