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I’ve gotten five phone calls that my iCloud was being hacked

I’ve gotten five phone calls within an hour that my iCloud was being hacked there from a number in California I just don’t know that is normal to get a call about and if there something that you can look into and help me and let me know if I am being scammed or not because they keep calling



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iPhone 11 Pro Max, 13

Posted on Aug 25, 2020 3:05 PM

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Posted on Aug 25, 2020 3:15 PM

That is a phishing scam. Apple doesn't make unsolicited phone calls. If there was a problem you would be notified when attempting to log in, including when logging into this forum. Also see: Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support


Also, the caller id number shown on scam and marketing calls is frequently not the number actually originating the call. The number is often spoofed.


One option to consider is Settings > Phone > Silence Unknown Callers. See: Detect and block spam phone calls - Apple Support

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Aug 25, 2020 3:15 PM in response to Samy1892

That is a phishing scam. Apple doesn't make unsolicited phone calls. If there was a problem you would be notified when attempting to log in, including when logging into this forum. Also see: Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support


Also, the caller id number shown on scam and marketing calls is frequently not the number actually originating the call. The number is often spoofed.


One option to consider is Settings > Phone > Silence Unknown Callers. See: Detect and block spam phone calls - Apple Support

Aug 25, 2020 3:30 PM in response to Samy1892

Samy1892 Said:

"ICloud: I’ve gotten five phone calls within an hour that my iCloud was being hacked there from a number in California I just don’t know that is normal to get a call about and if there something that you can look into and help me and let me know if I am being scammed or not because they keep calling"

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A. Report a Photo Call:

These message you speak of seem no more than a scam. So, report these to Apple and the Government (if an option):


  • To Apple: Take a screenshot of that phone number/message and send it off to Apple.

Go Here: Take a Screenshot on your iPhone - Apple Support

Forward the screenshot to: reportphishing@apple.com

Include a brief description about the screenshot and what this is all about.

  • To the U.S.A. Government:

(In the US. Only): Report Phishing Scams' Info at www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov


B. Learn More Here:


C. If you provided any Info:

I’ve gotten five phone calls that my iCloud was being hacked

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