Apple sending random verification code?

If you have only the one device and have two-factor authentication, it would

make almost no sense to get such a text. ~ Unless it was an unauthorized try

at gaining access to your Apple ID account. The article linked tells how to set

and use the two factor authentication, if you don't already use it.

[Wasn't aware the Apple system would be so lax and trust SMS/MMS for this.

Probably why they don't use common SMS MMS text for Apple ID verification.]

Some users with older AppleID & earlier two-factor verification may be at risk.

{A problem with logistics may arise if you only have one device and set up

the verification, and have no other safe device to use when needed; then

you would be unable to act on a real event with two-factor authentication.}

Reason for some with older two-factor setup, to remain there - with one device.

In any event...

Good luck & happy trails! 🙂

Check this out:

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204974

Could be someone else is trying to log in with your Apple ID.

It is most likely spam. However, if you're truly concerned, change your Apple ID passcode.