Phishing July 16, 2024

Scam Type

Phishing Scam

Business Name Used

Apple IMPOSTER

Date Reported

July 16, 2024

Postal Code

68135

Total Dollars Lost

$ 0

Scam Description

I received this text:
(Apple Transaction Warning)
Your Apple ID was just used to sign in to iCloud on an iPad 6G at APPLE STORE for $138.95 via a preauthorization hold with Apple Pay. There were also some fraudulent Dark-Web sign-in and Apple Pay activation requests. That all sounds a little suspicious to us.
We paused them to protect the security and privacy of your account. In case that is not so, then call Apple support at +1 855-913-7111. A mistake could lead to a non-reversible requested withdrawal Call +1 855-913-7111 Now To Reverse This Charged transactions made with your card are logged by the provider.
Customer Support: +1 855-913-7111
Billing Support : https://support.apple.com/billing

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