I cannot stress this enough. If you get any suspicious emails
log in to the website manually!!! Do not click on a link that looks
suspicious!!!
Maria Reyes
Owner of the following groups-
Apple 411: apple411+subscr...@groups.io
iMessage/FaceTime: the.big.apple.n...@gmail.com
On Sat, Sep 2, 2017 at 1:06 PM -0500, "Richard Turner"
<richardturne...@outlook.com> wrote:
Since there have been questions lately about possible scams and phishing
emails, I've copied a page from Apple support below. The link is at the end.
Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams
Use these tips to avoid scams and learn what to do if you think your Apple ID
has been compromised.
If you see a message while browsing the web that your iPhone, Mac, or other
Apple device has a virus, or someone claiming to be from Apple calls and asks
for your account name and password, you're likely the target of a scam.
Scammers use any means they can-fake emails, pop-up ads, text messages, even
phone calls-to try to trick you into sharing personal information, such as
your Apple ID password or credit card information. Use this information to
protect your account and avoid scams.
Protect your Apple ID
Never share your Apple ID password or temporary verification codes
with anyone. Apple will never ask you for this information to provide support.
Use two-factor authentication to protect your Apple ID. Learn more about
security and your Apple ID .
If you believe that your Apple ID has been compromised, change your password
immediately.
If you see pop-up alerts or ads
When you browse the web, you might see a pop-up ad or a page warning you about
a problem with your device. It might even look like the alert is coming
from macOS or iOS. It isn't. These alerts are pop-up ads, designed to trick you
into calling a phony support number or buying an app that claims to fix
the issue. Don't call the number. Simply
close the pop-up ad , or navigate away from that page and continue browsing.
If you get a suspicious phone call or voicemail
Scammers spoof phone numbers and use flattery and threats to pressure you into
giving them information, money, and even
iTunes gift cards
. Always verify the caller's identify before you provide any personal
information. If you get an unsolicited call from someone claiming to be from
Apple,
hang up and contact us
directly.
If you receive a phishing email or text message
Scammers try to copy email and text messages from legitimate companies to trick
you into entering personal information and passwords. Never follow links
or open attachments in suspicious or unsolicited messages. If you need to
change or update personal information, contact the company directly.
These signs can help you identify phishing scams:
list of 7 items
* The sender's email address or phone number doesn't match the name of the
company that it claims to be from.
* Your email address or phone number is different from the one that you gave
that company.
* The message starts with a generic greeting, like "Dear customer." Most
legitimate companies will include your name in their messages to you.
* A link appears to be legitimate but takes you to a website whose URL doesn't
match the address of the company's website.*
* The message looks significantly different from other messages that you've
received from the company.
* The message requests personal information, like a credit card number or
account password.
* The message is unsolicited and contains an attachment.
list end
Report phishing attempts and other suspicious messages to Apple
To report a suspicious email, forward the message to Apple with complete header
information. To forward the email: In macOS Mail, select the email and
choose Forward As Attachment from the Message menu at the top of your computer
screen.
These email addresses are monitored by Apple, but you might not receive a reply
to your report.
list of 4 items
* If you receive what you believe to be a phishing email that's designed to
look like it's from Apple, please send it to
reportphish...@apple.com .
* To report spam or other suspicious emails that you receive in your
iCloud.com, me.com, or mac.com Inbox, please send them to
ab...@icloud.com .
* To report spam or other suspicious messages that you receive through
iMessage, tap Report Junk under the message, or take a screenshot on your
iPhone, iPad, iPod touch , or Mac
and send it to
imessage.s...@apple.com .
* If you receive a suspicious message about your purchase activity in the
iTunes Store, App Store, or iBooks Store, contact
iTunes Support .
list end
*To confirm the destination of a link on your Mac, hover your pointer over the
link to see the URL in the status bar. If you can't see the status bar in
Safari, choose View>Show Status Bar. On your iOS device, touch and hold the
link.
Information about products not manufactured by Apple, or independent websites
not controlled or tested by Apple, is provided without recommendation or
endorsement. Apple assumes no responsibility with regard to the selection,
performance, or use of third-party websites or products. Apple makes no
representations
regarding third-party website accuracy or reliability. Risks are inherent in
the use of the Internet.
Contact the vendor
for additional information. Other company and product names may be trademarks
of their respective owners.
Published Date: Jun 27, 2017
Page at:
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204759
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