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Old 24-10-2016, 17:28
scotch
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So I've just received this text from a random mobile number - I've looked the number up and it's detailed as spam.

The Text says 'Your Apple-ID has been locked due to security measures to protect your account. Log in via the link to avoid account termination. ' Then a link and the address is just random words and letters.

Nothing anywhere to show Apple has sent it.

So it's a scam, what for? Will the 'link' ask me to put in my apple Id and thus give the scammers my apple ID?#
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Old 24-10-2016, 17:44
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So it's a scam, what for? Will the 'link' ask me to put in my apple Id and thus give the scammers my apple ID?#
Yes, that's probably it. Once they have your ID and password they can change your email address etc. and use your account to buy dodgy apps.
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Old 24-10-2016, 17:50
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Yes, that's probably it. Once they have your ID and password they can change your email address etc. and use your account to buy dodgy apps.
Oh yes, that makes sense. Thanks for replying!
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Old 25-10-2016, 22:52
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A random number texted you? That sends alarm bells ringing for a start! Delete and ignore.

What I Normally do with random numbers that ring or text me is block it, you can do that on both IOS and Android phones quite easily.
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