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possible scam calls on my cox landline

I have two apple devices, an IPad and IPhone 8 plus. But this question is about a possible phishing or scam.

Today on my landline Cox phone, I have received 7 (SEVEN) calls from Apple, Inc.

the number is 424 204 ****. I can't get through Apple Support, but I need to know if this a bonafide call?? Fran M.,


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Windows, Windows 10

Posted on Jan 20, 2020 5:05 PM

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Posted on Jan 20, 2020 5:07 PM

Apple does not make such calls.

All such calls are scams from criminals attempting to steal your personal and financial information. The callers will often use number spoofing to pretend they are calling from a legitimate business. The correct course of action is to hang up on them, repeatedly if needed. 


Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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Jan 20, 2020 5:07 PM in response to francestmeyers

Apple does not make such calls.

All such calls are scams from criminals attempting to steal your personal and financial information. The callers will often use number spoofing to pretend they are calling from a legitimate business. The correct course of action is to hang up on them, repeatedly if needed. 


Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

Jan 20, 2020 6:26 PM in response to francestmeyers

As to how they get your number, phone books are easily downloaded, area codes are found on the internet then it’s just a number’s game and an auto dialer program.


In other words, it’s very easy to get phone numbers and hide behind an auto dialer and number spoof.


Apple, like most other legitimate businesses, will NEVER call out of the blue asking for personal info.

possible scam calls on my cox landline

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